Emma 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

Emma Rank #2
Wilbur Rank #2,964

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #2964 for Wilbur.

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

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 Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Wilbur

Harriet Maude Otto Mabel Cecil

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Wilbur more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Wilbur at #2964 in the United States.

What do Emma and Wilbur mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Wilbur means "resolute fortress, determined will" (Old English origin).

Are Emma and Wilbur boy or girl names?

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

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