Masculine dossier · first seen 1915
Welles
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
2021
Peak births
56
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Welles
How many people are named Welles?
An estimated 456 living Americans are named Welles.
How rare is Welles?
Welles is very rare among babies today, with 42 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 25% from its 2021 peak.
How old is the typical Welles?
The median age of a living American named Welles is approximately 6 years, with most bearers falling between 4 and 9 years old.
Is Welles still popular?
Yes. Welles is holding steady, with 42 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1915Peak 20212025
Peak year
2021
Decline from peak
25%
2025
42
All-time
470