Wilhelm vs Mercy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilhelm

Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #4,339 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"compassion, forgiveness, clemency"

Origin: Latin via Old French

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Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Mercy Rank #4,339

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 vs #4339 for Mercy.

Is Wilhelm or Mercy more popular?

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 compared to Mercy at #4339 in the United States.

What do Wilhelm and Mercy mean?

Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin). Mercy means "compassion, forgiveness, clemency" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Wilhelm and Mercy boy or girl names?

Wilhelm is primarily a boy name. Mercy is primarily a boy name.