An estimated 8,050 living Americans are named Whitley.
How rare is Whitley?
Whitley is uncommon among babies today, with 420 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 17.3% from its 1988 peak.
How old is the typical Whitley?
The median age of a living American named Whitley is approximately 15 years, with most bearers falling between 6 and 34 years old.
Is Whitley still popular?
Yes — Whitley is currently rising in popularity, with 420 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 2.3× higher than the previous decade.
Peak year
1988
Decline from peak
17.3%
2025
420
All-time
8,148
Diaspora map
Whitley broke out in Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina (1988) and became over-represented in 14 states over 36 years.
Broke out: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina, 1988 · over-represented in 14 states over 36 years
