Masculine dossier · first seen 1904

Selwyn

Stable Decline Gradual decline from 1961
Peak era
1961
Peak births
38
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
1904Peak 19612025
peak 1961 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Selwyn

How many people are named Selwyn?

An estimated 879 living Americans are named Selwyn.

How rare is Selwyn?

Selwyn is very rare among babies today, with 6 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 84.2% from its 1961 peak.

How old is the typical Selwyn?

The median age of a living American named Selwyn is approximately 53 years, with most bearers falling between 34 and 64 years old.

Is Selwyn still popular?

Not especially. Selwyn has been declining since its 1961 peak and registered 6 births in 2025.

Peak year
1961
Decline from peak
84.2%
2025
6
All-time
1,408