Letter W Boy Baby Names 2026
William reigns supreme among 'W' names.
| Name | Number of Births |
|---|---|
| William | 10,545 |
| Wyatt | 6,480 |
| Wesley | 5,578 |
| Weston | 5,482 |
| Waylon | 5,408 |
| Walker | 4,204 |
| Warren | 1,471 |
| Walter | 1,381 |
| Wade | 948 |
| Wells | 944 |
| Winston | 830 |
| Wilder | 743 |
| Westley | 453 |
| Wayne | 422 |
| Wylder | 407 |
| Wilson | 405 |
| Westin | 396 |
| Wes | 376 |
| Westyn | 371 |
| Waylen | 289 |
| Wesson | 257 |
| Wallace | 241 |
| Watson | 224 |
| Wren | 198 |
| Wylie | 175 |
| Will | 170 |
| Wiley | 165 |
| Westen | 162 |
| Wisdom | 160 |
| West | 159 |
| Willie | 147 |
| Warner | 137 |
| Woods | 121 |
| Wolfgang | 115 |
| Woodrow | 102 |
| Wynn | 95 |
| Wilmer | 94 |
| Whitley | 88 |
| Wolf | 83 |
| Whit | 79 |
| Winter | 77 |
| Wendell | 67 |
| Whitaker | 66 |
| Wayland | 61 |
| Weller | 57 |
| Wali | 56 |
| Walton | 56 |
| Woodson | 56 |
| Willis | 52 |
| Waris | 51 |
In 2025, William continues its reign as the overwhelmingly most popular boy baby name starting with 'W' in the United States, with a remarkable 10,545 births, significantly outpacing all other options. Following William, names like Wyatt, Wesley, Weston, and Waylon also proved to be strong contenders, each recording several thousand births and solidifying their positions among the top choices. Beyond these prominent names, the data reveals a diverse landscape of 'W' names, with options ranging from the traditional Walter and Warren to more modern choices like Wilder and Winston, showcasing a blend of classic appeal and contemporary trends among parents seeking a name beginning with this distinguished letter.
Data Source: USA Social Security Administration