Ole vs Wilfred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ole

Boy #5,083 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ancestor's relic, descendant"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #5,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"desiring peace, will and peace"

Origin: Old English

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Ole Rank #5,083

Wilfred Rank #5,034

Wilfred is more popular, ranked #5034 vs #5083 for Ole.

Is Ole or Wilfred more popular?

Wilfred is more popular, ranked #5034 compared to Ole at #5083 in the United States.

What do Ole and Wilfred mean?

Ole means "ancestor's relic, descendant" (Old Norse origin). Wilfred means "desiring peace, will and peace" (Old English origin).

Are Ole and Wilfred boy or girl names?

Ole is primarily a boy name. Wilfred is primarily a boy name.