Elroy vs Wilhelm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elroy

Boy #4,236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French (le roi)

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Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

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Elroy Rank #4,236

Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Elroy is more popular, ranked #4236 vs #4266 for Wilhelm.

Is Elroy or Wilhelm more popular?

Elroy is more popular, ranked #4236 compared to Wilhelm at #4266 in the United States.

What do Elroy and Wilhelm mean?

Elroy means "the king" (Old French (le roi) origin). Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Elroy and Wilhelm boy or girl names?

Elroy is primarily a boy name. Wilhelm is primarily a boy name.