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Ward vs Timber

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,309
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Timber

Boy #3,268 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wood, lumber, forest"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,268
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ward Rank #3,309
Timber Rank #3,268

Timber is more popular, ranked #3268 vs #3309 for Ward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ward or Timber more popular?

Timber is more popular, ranked #3268 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Ward and Timber mean?

Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin). Timber means "wood, lumber, forest" (Old English origin).

Are Ward and Timber boy or girl names?

Ward is primarily a boy name. Timber is primarily a boy name.

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