Holding steady.
Popularity of Stonewall since 1880
Babies named Stonewall per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Stonewall's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 31 |
| 1890s | 26 |
| 1900s | 27 |
| 1910s | 154 |
| 1920s | 164 |
| 1930s | 89 |
| 1940s | 94 |
| 1950s | 34 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Stonewall is an extremely rare given name in the United States, never having ranked in the top 1,000. It was first recorded in 1880, with very few instances since then. The name's trajectory is stable but negligible, with no notable peak beyond its first recorded year of 1880. As of 2025, it remains statistically insignificant, with a 1-in-N figure too small to calculate. The name is not associated with any specific geographic region or cultural tradition in the U.S., as its usage is extremely limited. Parents choosing Stonewall are likely drawn to its literal meaning as a surname or place name, evoking strength and permanence, though it lacks the historical depth of more common nature-inspired names.
Stonewall likely originated as a surname or place name, referencing a stone wall or fortification. Its use as a given name is extremely rare and modern, perhaps inspired by historical figures or place names. It does not have a long history of use as a first name.
Sibling names for Stonewall
Names that share Stonewall's style, for a brother or sister.
