Holding steady, #3,036 for boys today.
Popularity of Statler since 2005
Babies named Statler per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 21 |
| 2020s | 112 |
Meaning & origin
Statler is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2005, and its popularity has remained stable, ranking 3,036 in 2025 with an incidence of 1 in 42,702 births. The name is most common in Texas, and its peak year so far is 2025, suggesting a steady but very low level of usage. As a transferred surname, Statler carries a no-nonsense, two-syllable sound, fitting into a modern category of occupational and locational surnames used as first names. Its main cultural association is with the Statler Brothers, the Grammy-winning country quartet, giving it a distinctly American and musical flavor. Despite this famous tie, the name remains extremely uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a truly rare name with a familiar structure.
Statler is an English surname derived from a place name or topographical term, possibly from Old English 'stæþ' meaning 'bank, shore' and 'lǣre' meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'. It is also associated with the Statler Brothers, a famous American country music group, which brought the name into public awareness. As a given name, Statler has seen modest use since the 2000s.
Where Statler is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Stat
Sibling names for Statler
Names that share Statler's style, for a brother or sister.
