Wilber vs Rufus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilber

Boy #4,254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute, brilliant"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #4,188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red-haired, auburn-haired"

Origin: Latin

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Wilber Rank #4,254

Rufus Rank #4,188

Rufus is more popular, ranked #4188 vs #4254 for Wilber.

Is Wilber or Rufus more popular?

Rufus is more popular, ranked #4188 compared to Wilber at #4254 in the United States.

What do Wilber and Rufus mean?

Wilber means "resolute, brilliant" (Germanic origin). Rufus means "red-haired, auburn-haired" (Latin origin).

Are Wilber and Rufus boy or girl names?

Wilber is primarily a boy name. Rufus is primarily a boy name.