Wellington
Wellington is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Estate belonging to Woca or settlement near the prosperous estate.
Origin and history
Wellington is an English surname turned given name, originating as a place name in Somerset, Shropshire, and Herefordshire. It is historically associated with Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington, famous for victory at Waterloo. In the United States, it remains a rare, classical choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,879 babies in the United States have been named Wellington since 1880. It ranks #2415 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1722.
States where it is most popular
- NY (40.2 %)
- MI (26.6 %)
- PA (21.6 %)
- CA (4.2 %)
- IL (1.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 77 |
| 1890-1900 | 71 |
| 1900-1910 | 82 |
| 1910-1920 | 360 |
| 1920-1930 | 414 |
| 1930-1940 | 228 |
| 1940-1950 | 220 |
| 1950-1960 | 169 |
| 1960-1970 | 158 |
| 1970-1980 | 143 |
| 1980-1990 | 158 |
| 1990-2000 | 178 |
| 2000-2010 | 174 |
| 2010-2019 | 242 |
| 2020-2029 | 205 |
Famous people named Wellington
- Wellington Koo: Diplomat, Statesman
- Wellington Mara: Sports Executive
Nicknames
Well, Wells, Welly
Fun facts
- The name became world-famous due to Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, who defeated Napoleon at Waterloo.
- Derived from Old English elements meaning 'the settlement associated with a person named Woca'.