Wale
Boy nameWale has been given to 78 babies in the U.S. since 2012. It peaked in 2020.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
78
Peak year
2020 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2012
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Wale — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Wale.
Sibling name ideas for Wale
Same era and popularity as Wale, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Wale?
Wale has been given to 78 babies in the U.S. since 2012. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Wale peak?
Wale peaked in 2020, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Wale a girl or boy name?
Wale is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Wale are boys).
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