Dewayne vs Wilbur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dewayne

Boy #3,141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark, swarthy (from Irish Dubhán)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,141
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dewayne Rank #3,141
Wilbur Rank #2,964

Wilbur is more popular, ranked #2964 vs #3141 for Dewayne.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dewayne or Wilbur more popular?

Wilbur is more popular, ranked #2964 compared to Dewayne at #3141 in the United States.

What do Dewayne and Wilbur mean?

Dewayne means "dark, swarthy (from Irish Dubhán)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Wilbur means "resolute fortress, determined will" (Old English origin).

Are Dewayne and Wilbur boy or girl names?

Dewayne is primarily a boy name. Wilbur is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons