Fredrick vs Wilmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredrick

Boy #1,656 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,656
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Wilmer

Boy #1,848 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute fame, desired renown"

Origin: Old German

Cultural Roots

Swedish Norwegian German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,848
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Wilmer Rank #1,848

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 vs #1848 for Wilmer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Wilmer more popular?

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 compared to Wilmer at #1848 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Wilmer mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Wilmer means "resolute fame, desired renown" (Old German origin).

Are Fredrick and Wilmer boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Wilmer is primarily a boy name.

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