Wise
Boy nameWise has been given to 141 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 2020. In 2025, about 1 in 170,808 boys was named Wise.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
141
Peak year
2020 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
▲ +67%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Wise — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Wise.
Sibling name ideas for Wise
Same era and popularity as Wise, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Wise?
Wise has been given to 141 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Wise peak?
Wise peaked in 2020, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Wise a girl or boy name?
Wise is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Wise are boys).
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