Wilbur vs Willard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilbur

Boy #2,964 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute fortress, determined will"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

English American Germanic

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Wilbur Rank #2,964

Willard Rank #3,004

Wilbur is more popular, ranked #2964 vs #3004 for Willard.

Is Wilbur or Willard more popular?

Wilbur is more popular, ranked #2964 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Wilbur and Willard mean?

Wilbur means "resolute fortress, determined will" (Old English origin). Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin).

Are Wilbur and Willard boy or girl names?

Wilbur is primarily a boy name. Willard is primarily a boy name.