Gunner vs Wilder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilder

Boy #391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hunter, one who hunts"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#391
Total SSA Count
830
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Will, Wilde

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gunner Rank #520
Wilder Rank #391

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 vs #520 for Gunner.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gunner ___

  • Gunner Lee
  • Gunner James
  • Gunner Wade
  • Gunner Dean
  • Gunner Cole
  • Gunner Ray

Wilder ___

  • Wilder James
  • Wilder Blue
  • Wilder River
  • Wilder Fox
  • Wilder Thomas
  • Wilder Everett

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gunner

Hunter Wyatt Maverick Brynn Stella

If you choose Wilder

Archer Hunter River Juniper Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gunner or Wilder more popular?

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 compared to Gunner at #520 in the United States.

What do Gunner and Wilder mean?

Gunner means "bold warrior" (Old Norse origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Gunner and Wilder boy or girl names?

Gunner is primarily a boy name. Wilder is primarily a boy name.

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