Charlotte vs Wilbur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilbur

Boy #2,964 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute fortress, determined will"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,964
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Wil, Bur

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Wilbur Rank #2,964

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2964 for Wilbur.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Wilbur ___

  • Wilbur James
  • Wilbur Henry
  • Wilbur Lee
  • Wilbur Scott
  • Wilbur August
  • Wilbur Owen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Wilbur

Harriet Maude Otto Mabel Cecil

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Wilbur more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Wilbur at #2964 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Wilbur mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Wilbur means "resolute fortress, determined will" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and Wilbur boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Wilbur is primarily a boy name.

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