Wael
Boy nameWael has been given to 520 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It peaked in 2015. In 2025, about 1 in 131,390 boys was named Wael.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
520
Peak year
2015 (23 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1977
10-year trend
▼ -43%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Wael — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Wael.
Sibling name ideas for Wael
Same era and popularity as Wael, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Wael?
Wael has been given to 520 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Wael peak?
Wael peaked in 2015, when 23 babies were given the name.
Is Wael a girl or boy name?
Wael is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Wael are boys).
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