Wilhelm vs Ritchie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilhelm

Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #4,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Old High German ric + hard

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Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Ritchie Rank #4,272

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 vs #4272 for Ritchie.

Is Wilhelm or Ritchie more popular?

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 compared to Ritchie at #4272 in the United States.

What do Wilhelm and Ritchie mean?

Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin). Ritchie means "brave ruler, powerful leader" (Old High German ric + hard origin).

Are Wilhelm and Ritchie boy or girl names?

Wilhelm is primarily a boy name. Ritchie is primarily a boy name.