Emma vs Wilber

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilber

Boy #4,254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute, brilliant"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,254
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Wil, Billie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Wilber Rank #4,254

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4254 for Wilber.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

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 Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Wilber

Ethel Mabel Clarence Bessie Orville

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Wilber more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Wilber at #4254 in the United States.

What do Emma and Wilber mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Wilber means "resolute, brilliant" (Germanic origin).

Are Emma and Wilber boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Wilber is primarily a boy name.

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