Rising since 2019, #3,949 for boys today.
Popularity of Wallen since 1942
Babies named Wallen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 133 |
Meaning & origin
Wallen is a rare and modern given name in the United States, first recorded in 1942. It has experienced a recent surge, rising in popularity since 2019 and reaching its peak rank of 3,949 in 2025. The name is most common in Indiana, one of its top states. With an estimated 1 in 63,262 children receiving the name in the latest year, Wallen remains an uncommon choice. The name's etymology is uncertain but may be linked to the English surname Wallen, which has origins in place names or the Old English word 'weall' for 'wall'. Wallen is typically used for boys and can be shortened to Wally.
Wallen is a rare English name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the surname Wallen, which in turn derives from a place name such as Wallen in Wiltshire, England. Alternatively, it could be transferred from the surname, itself from Old English 'weall' meaning 'wall' or 'rampart'. The name has seen limited use as a given name, primarily in the United States, with first recorded use in 1942.
Where Wallen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wally
Variants: Wallan, Walling
Sibling names for Wallen
Names that share Wallen's style, for a brother or sister.
