Boy nameCurrently #3,583 in the USSteady
Welles
//ˈwɛlz//
1 syllablePeak year: 20216 lettersStarts with W
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Welles's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Welles's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Welles |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 46 |
| 2018 | 46 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 56 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 32 |
Welles through the decades
- Welles peaked in 2021, when 56 babies were named Welles in the US.
- Welles currently ranks #3,583 in the US and is holding steady.