Wencel Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationVEN-sel / ˈwɛn.t͡sɛl

Slavic; Czech

Meaning

Slavic: 'glorious ruler'; Czech: 'to be strong'

Historical & Cultural Background

Wencel is derived from the Slavic name Václav, which has historical significance in Czech culture. Saint Wenceslaus, a 10th-century duke of Bohemia, is a prominent figure associated with this name. His legacy is celebrated in Czech history, particularly as a symbol of Christian virtue and national identity. The name has variations in different Slavic languages, reflecting its widespread use across the region.

Trend Summary

The name Wencel is rare in the United States and has not shown significant popularity trends.

Similar Names

WesleyWaylonWarrenWilburWylie

Variants

  • Wencel
  • Wenczeslaw

International Variants

  • Václav (Czech)
  • Venceslas (French)
  • Wenzel (German)

Famous people named Wencel

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Fictional characters named Wencel

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Sibling Suggestions

WenzelVáclavVenceslasWendellWinstonWalterWilfred

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Wencel was first seen in the United States in 1914. Wencel has ranked as high as #867 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Wencel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Wencel

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19145
19186
19335