Elgin vs Wilkie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilkie

Girl #23,889 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#23,889
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Wil, Wilks

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Elgin Rank #8,821
Wilkie Rank #23,889

Elgin is more popular, ranked #8821 vs #23889 for Wilkie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elgin ___

No pairings available yet.

Wilkie ___

  • Wilkie Rose
  • Wilkie Anne
  • Wilkie Grace
  • Wilkie Elizabeth
  • Wilkie Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Elgin

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If you choose Wilkie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elgin or Wilkie more popular?

Elgin is more popular, ranked #8821 compared to Wilkie at #23889 in the United States.

What do Elgin and Wilkie mean?

Wilkie means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Elgin and Wilkie boy or girl names?

Elgin is primarily a boy name. Wilkie is primarily a girl name.

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