Wilder vs Ares

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ares

Boy #295 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bane, destruction (war god)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#295
Total SSA Count
1,136
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Wilder Rank #391
Ares Rank #295

Ares is more popular, ranked #295 vs #391 for Wilder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilder or Ares more popular?

Ares is more popular, ranked #295 compared to Wilder at #391 in the United States.

What do Wilder and Ares mean?

Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin). Ares means "bane, destruction (war god)" (Greek origin).

Are Wilder and Ares boy or girl names?

Wilder is primarily a boy name. Ares is primarily a boy name.

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