Harper vs Wilmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilmer

Boy #1,848 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute fame, desired renown"

Origin: Old German

Cultural Roots

Swedish Norwegian German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,848
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Wil

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Harper Rank #12
Wilmer Rank #1,848

Harper is more popular, ranked #12 vs #1848 for Wilmer.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Harper ___

  • Harper Rose
  • Harper Grace
  • Harper Elizabeth
  • Harper Mae
  • Harper Jane
  • Harper Claire

Wilmer ___

  • Wilmer James
  • Wilmer Lee
  • Wilmer Ray
  • Wilmer Arthur
  • Wilmer Eugene
  • Wilmer Dale

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Harper

Oliver Theodore Sawyer Olivia Scarlett

If you choose Wilmer

Elmer Millie Clarence Mabel Eugene

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harper or Wilmer more popular?

Harper is more popular, ranked #12 compared to Wilmer at #1848 in the United States.

What do Harper and Wilmer mean?

Harper means "harp player, harper" (Old English origin). Wilmer means "resolute fame, desired renown" (Old German origin).

Are Harper and Wilmer boy or girl names?

Harper is primarily a girl name. Wilmer is primarily a boy name.

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