Frieda vs Wilma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frieda

Girl #4,011 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful, beloved peace"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian Jewish European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,011
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Fri, Freddie

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Wilma

Girl #4,034 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,034
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Billie, Will, Wil

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Popularity Comparison

Frieda Rank #4,011
Wilma Rank #4,034

Frieda is more popular, ranked #4011 vs #4034 for Wilma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Frieda ___

  • Frieda Rose
  • Frieda Louise
  • Frieda Marie
  • Frieda Anna
  • Frieda Kate
  • Frieda Elisabeth

Wilma ___

  • Wilma Jean
  • Wilma Mae
  • Wilma Ruth
  • Wilma Louise
  • Wilma Grace
  • Wilma Frances

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Frieda

Helga Ingrid Gertrude Otto Wilhelm

If you choose Wilma

Gertrude Hazel Mildred Arlene Ethel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frieda or Wilma more popular?

Frieda is more popular, ranked #4011 compared to Wilma at #4034 in the United States.

What do Frieda and Wilma mean?

Frieda means "peaceful, beloved peace" (Old High German origin). Wilma means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Frieda and Wilma boy or girl names?

Frieda is primarily a girl name. Wilma is primarily a girl name.

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