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Atticus vs Wells

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Atticus Rank #277
Wells Rank #377

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 vs #377 for Wells.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atticus or Wells more popular?

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 compared to Wells at #377 in the United States.

What do Atticus and Wells mean?

Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Atticus and Wells boy or girl names?

Atticus is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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