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Wilder vs Edgar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilder

Boy #391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hunter, one who hunts"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#391
Total SSA Count
830
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Edgar

Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#460
Total SSA Count
679
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wilder Rank #391
Edgar Rank #460

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 vs #460 for Edgar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilder or Edgar more popular?

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Wilder and Edgar mean?

Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Wilder and Edgar boy or girl names?

Wilder is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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