Wilbur vs Ted

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilbur

Boy #2,964 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute fortress, determined will"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,917 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

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Wilbur Rank #2,964

Ted Rank #2,917

Ted is more popular, ranked #2917 vs #2964 for Wilbur.

Is Wilbur or Ted more popular?

Ted is more popular, ranked #2917 compared to Wilbur at #2964 in the United States.

What do Wilbur and Ted mean?

Wilbur means "resolute fortress, determined will" (Old English origin). Ted means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Wilbur and Ted boy or girl names?

Wilbur is primarily a boy name. Ted is primarily a boy name.