How Many People Are Named Wonder?

Complete statistics for the name Wonder: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Wonder
Very Rare
modern American coinage

Wonder means 'amazement' and is incredibly rare, with only 1 in 1,329,720 Americans sharing this name. There are 248 people named Wonder living today, and it peaked in popularity in 2023.

~847
Living in US
1 in 391,321
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Evokes amazement
🌐
Origin
modern American coinage
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Inspiring Curious Adventurous
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,359
Worldwide Bearers
#27,057
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
323
🇪🇬 Egypt
239
🇮🇳 India
197
🇦🇺 Australia
112
🇧🇷 Brazil
85
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
81
🇭🇹 Haiti
63
🇵🇭 Philippines
52
🇻🇪 Venezuela
21
🇮🇩 Indonesia
19

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
15 (6%)
♀ Female
233 (94%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 39
108
Would be under 30 (40%)
73
Would be 30–60 (27%)
86
Would be over 60 (32%)

All 267 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
72
Classic Feel
8
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Wonder Through the Generations

Wonder, a name that evokes awe and admiration, has seen a steady presence among newborns since its peak in 2023 when 20 babies were given this moniker. Today, the name is held by 248 individuals across the United States, making it a very rare choice. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 40% under 30, 28% between 30 and 60, and 32% over 60, indicating that Wonder is a name embraced by both younger and older generations alike.

✨ Similar Names to Wonder

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Wonder's modern American coinage roots

📄 About the Name Wonder

How Many People Have the Name Wonder?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 847 people in the United States currently share the name Wonder. That works out to roughly 1 in every 391,321 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Wonder a Common or Rare Name?

Wonder is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Wonder Mean?

Wonder means "evokes amazement" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Wonder in SSA data, approximately 6% are male and 94% are female.

When Was Wonder Most Popular?

The name Wonder reached peak popularity in 2023, with 20 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Wonder?

Approximately 847 people named Wonder live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 847. That works out to roughly 1 in 391,321 Americans.

Is Wonder a rare name?

Wonder is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 391,321 Americans has this name.

What does the name Wonder mean?

Wonder means "evokes amazement" and comes from modern American coinage origins.

Is Wonder more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 6% of people named Wonder are male and 94% are female.

When was Wonder most popular?

Wonder peaked in 2023 with 20 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US847
All-Time Births847
1 in X1 in 391,321
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age39
Peak Year2023
World Rank#27,057
Male %6%
Female %94%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.