Brad vs Wilber

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brad

Boy #4,135 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"broad valley, wide clearing"

Origin: Old English brad

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,135
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Wilber Rank #4,254

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 vs #4254 for Wilber.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brad ___

  • Brad James
  • Brad Allen
  • Brad Lee
  • Brad Thomas
  • Brad Scott
  • Brad Michael

Wilber ___

  • Wilber James
  • Wilber Thomas
  • Wilber Henry
  • Wilber Lee
  • Wilber Eugene
  • Wilber Franklin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brad

Chad Todd Greg Tiffany Jennifer

If you choose Wilber

Ethel Mabel Clarence Bessie Orville

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Wilber more popular?

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 compared to Wilber at #4254 in the United States.

What do Brad and Wilber mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin). Wilber means "resolute, brilliant" (Germanic origin).

Are Brad and Wilber boy or girl names?

Brad is primarily a boy name. Wilber is primarily a boy name.

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