Feminine dossier · first seen 1928
Wendolyn
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1966
Peak births
39
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen X
1928Peak 19662025
Quick answers about Wendolyn
How many people are named Wendolyn?
An estimated 1,001 living Americans are named Wendolyn.
How rare is Wendolyn?
Wendolyn is very rare among babies today, with 8 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 79.5% from its 1966 peak.
How old is the typical Wendolyn?
The median age of a living American named Wendolyn is approximately 57 years, with most bearers falling between 45 and 66 years old.
Is Wendolyn still popular?
Yes. Wendolyn is holding steady, with 8 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1966
Decline from peak
79.5%
2025
8
All-time
1,166