Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Ward
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1961
Peak births
341
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
1880Peak 19612025
Quick answers about Ward
How many people are named Ward?
An estimated 6,390 living Americans are named Ward.
How rare is Ward?
Ward is very rare among babies today, with 44 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 87.1% from its 1961 peak.
How old is the typical Ward?
The median age of a living American named Ward is approximately 64 years, with most bearers falling between 53 and 73 years old.
Is Ward still popular?
Yes. Ward is holding steady, with 44 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1961
Decline from peak
87.1%
2025
44
All-time
15,026