Homer vs Wilhelm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Homer

Boy #4,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, hostage"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

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Homer Rank #4,124

Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 vs #4266 for Wilhelm.

Is Homer or Wilhelm more popular?

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 compared to Wilhelm at #4266 in the United States.

What do Homer and Wilhelm mean?

Homer means "pledge, hostage" (Greek origin). Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Homer and Wilhelm boy or girl names?

Homer is primarily a boy name. Wilhelm is primarily a boy name.