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Sheldon vs Wilmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheldon

Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,966
Total SSA Count
80
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Wilmer

Boy #1,848 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute fame, desired renown"

Origin: Old German

Cultural Roots

Swedish Norwegian German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,848
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sheldon Rank #1,966
Wilmer Rank #1,848

Wilmer is more popular, ranked #1848 vs #1966 for Sheldon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheldon or Wilmer more popular?

Wilmer is more popular, ranked #1848 compared to Sheldon at #1966 in the United States.

What do Sheldon and Wilmer mean?

Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin). Wilmer means "resolute fame, desired renown" (Old German origin).

Are Sheldon and Wilmer boy or girl names?

Sheldon is primarily a boy name. Wilmer is primarily a boy name.

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