Mercy vs Wilhelm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mercy

Boy #4,339 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"compassion, forgiveness, clemency"

Origin: Latin via Old French

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Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

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Mercy Rank #4,339

Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 vs #4339 for Mercy.

Is Mercy or Wilhelm more popular?

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 compared to Mercy at #4339 in the United States.

What do Mercy and Wilhelm mean?

Mercy means "compassion, forgiveness, clemency" (Latin via Old French origin). Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Mercy and Wilhelm boy or girl names?

Mercy is primarily a boy name. Wilhelm is primarily a boy name.