Hank 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
Nicknames
Wel, Wey, Weie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hank Rank #425
Wells Rank #377

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 vs #425 for Hank.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hank ___

  • Hank James
  • Hank William
  • Hank Thomas
  • Hank Lee
  • Hank Ray
  • Hank Joseph

Wells ___

  • Wells Harrison
  • Wells Andrew
  • Wells James
  • Wells Michael
  • Wells Thomas
  • Wells Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hank

Mae Ruth Pearl Walt Clyde

If you choose Wells

Brooks Hayes Greer Parker Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hank or Wells more popular?

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Hank at #425 in the United States.

What do Hank and Wells mean?

Hank means "ruler of the home" (Germanic origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Hank and Wells boy or girl names?

Hank is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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