Jim vs Wilhelm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jim

Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

German Dutch Scandinavian English

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Jim Rank #4,434

Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 vs #4434 for Jim.

Is Jim or Wilhelm more popular?

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 compared to Jim at #4434 in the United States.

What do Jim and Wilhelm mean?

Jim means "supplanter, one who grabs the heel" (Hebrew origin). Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Jim and Wilhelm boy or girl names?

Jim is primarily a boy name. Wilhelm is primarily a boy name.