Wilhelm vs Ferry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilhelm

Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,266
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Ferry

Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Frisian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,658
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wilhelm Rank #4,266
Ferry Rank #32,658

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilhelm or Ferry more popular?

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Wilhelm and Ferry mean?

Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin). Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin).

Are Wilhelm and Ferry boy or girl names?

Wilhelm is primarily a boy name. Ferry is primarily a boy name.

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