Wilbur vs Marlowe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilbur

Boy #2,964 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute fortress, determined will"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,781 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"remnants of a lake, driftwood"

Origin: Old English

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Wilbur Rank #2,964

Marlowe Rank #2,781

Marlowe is more popular, ranked #2781 vs #2964 for Wilbur.

Is Wilbur or Marlowe more popular?

Marlowe is more popular, ranked #2781 compared to Wilbur at #2964 in the United States.

What do Wilbur and Marlowe mean?

Wilbur means "resolute fortress, determined will" (Old English origin). Marlowe means "remnants of a lake, driftwood" (Old English origin).

Are Wilbur and Marlowe boy or girl names?

Wilbur is primarily a boy name. Marlowe is primarily a boy name.