Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Wilson
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1918
Peak births
1,381
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19182025
Quick answers about Wilson
How many people are named Wilson?
An estimated 27,734 living Americans are named Wilson.
How rare is Wilson?
Wilson is uncommon among babies today, with 405 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 70.7% from its 1918 peak.
How old is the typical Wilson?
The median age of a living American named Wilson is approximately 33 years, with most bearers falling between 17 and 59 years old.
Is Wilson still popular?
Yes. Wilson is holding steady, with 405 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1918
Decline from peak
70.7%
2025
405
All-time
48,807