Wilmer vs Wilbur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilmer

Boy #1,848 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute fame, desired renown"

Origin: Old German

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Boy #2,964 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute fortress, determined will"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Wilmer Rank #1,848

Wilbur Rank #2,964

Wilmer is more popular, ranked #1848 vs #2964 for Wilbur.

Is Wilmer or Wilbur more popular?

Wilmer is more popular, ranked #1848 compared to Wilbur at #2964 in the United States.

What do Wilmer and Wilbur mean?

Wilmer means "resolute fame, desired renown" (Old German origin). Wilbur means "resolute fortress, determined will" (Old English origin).

Are Wilmer and Wilbur boy or girl names?

Wilmer is primarily a boy name. Wilbur is primarily a boy name.