Masculine dossier · first seen 2011
Whelan
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2022
Peak births
15
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Whelan
How many people are named Whelan?
An estimated 82 living Americans are named Whelan.
How rare is Whelan?
Whelan is very rare among babies today, with 9 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 40% from its 2022 peak.
How old is the typical Whelan?
The median age of a living American named Whelan is approximately 5 years, with most bearers falling between 3 and 9 years old.
Is Whelan still popular?
Yes — Whelan is currently rising in popularity, with 9 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 6.5× higher than the previous decade.
2011Peak 20222025
Peak year
2022
Decline from peak
40%
2025
9
All-time
83