Wilhelm vs Shaw

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilhelm

Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

German Dutch Scandinavian English

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Boy #4,307 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"thicket, small wood"

Origin: Old English

Scottish English American

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Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Shaw Rank #4,307

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 vs #4307 for Shaw.

Is Wilhelm or Shaw more popular?

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 compared to Shaw at #4307 in the United States.

What do Wilhelm and Shaw mean?

Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin). Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin).

Are Wilhelm and Shaw boy or girl names?

Wilhelm is primarily a boy name. Shaw is primarily a boy name.