Wilhelm vs Whitman

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 #4,125 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white man, fair-haired man"

Origin: Old English

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Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Whitman Rank #4,125

Whitman is more popular, ranked #4125 vs #4266 for Wilhelm.

Is Wilhelm or Whitman more popular?

Whitman is more popular, ranked #4125 compared to Wilhelm at #4266 in the United States.

What do Wilhelm and Whitman mean?

Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin). Whitman means "white man, fair-haired man" (Old English origin).

Are Wilhelm and Whitman boy or girl names?

Wilhelm is primarily a boy name. Whitman is primarily a boy name.