Fergus vs Wilhelm

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilhelm

Boy #4,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,266
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will, Willy, Wil

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Fergus Rank #4,453
Wilhelm Rank #4,266

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 vs #4453 for Fergus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fergus ___

  • Fergus James
  • Fergus Patrick
  • Fergus William
  • Fergus Hugh
  • Fergus Alastair
  • Fergus Duncan

Wilhelm ___

  • Wilhelm Friedrich
  • Wilhelm Ernst
  • Wilhelm Karl
  • Wilhelm Otto
  • Wilhelm Heinrich
  • Wilhelm Klaus

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fergus

Hamish Alasdair Fiona Isla Callum

If you choose Wilhelm

Friedrich Charlotte Sophia Heinrich Elise

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fergus or Wilhelm more popular?

Wilhelm is more popular, ranked #4266 compared to Fergus at #4453 in the United States.

What do Fergus and Wilhelm mean?

Fergus means "man of vigor" (Old Irish origin). Wilhelm means "resolute protector" (Old High German origin).

Are Fergus and Wilhelm boy or girl names?

Fergus is primarily a boy name. Wilhelm is primarily a boy name.

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