Garry vs Wilfred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilfred

Boy #5,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"desiring peace, will and peace"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,034
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Garry Rank #5,172
Wilfred Rank #5,034

Wilfred is more popular, ranked #5034 vs #5172 for Garry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garry or Wilfred more popular?

Wilfred is more popular, ranked #5034 compared to Garry at #5172 in the United States.

What do Garry and Wilfred mean?

Garry means "spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Wilfred means "desiring peace, will and peace" (Old English origin).

Are Garry and Wilfred boy or girl names?

Garry is primarily a boy name. Wilfred is primarily a boy name.

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