Wilma vs Winifred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilma

Girl #4,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Girl #1,027 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"holy peacemaking, blessed reconciliation"

Origin: Welsh

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Wilma Rank #4,034

Winifred Rank #1,027

Winifred is more popular, ranked #1027 vs #4034 for Wilma.

Is Wilma or Winifred more popular?

Winifred is more popular, ranked #1027 compared to Wilma at #4034 in the United States.

What do Wilma and Winifred mean?

Wilma means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Winifred means "holy peacemaking, blessed reconciliation" (Welsh origin).

Are Wilma and Winifred boy or girl names?

Wilma is primarily a girl name. Winifred is primarily a girl name.