James vs Wilma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Wilma Rank #4,034

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4034 for Wilma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

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 James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Wilma

Gertrude Hazel Mildred Arlene Ethel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Wilma more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Wilma at #4034 in the United States.

What do James and Wilma mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Wilma means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are James and Wilma boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Wilma is primarily a girl name.

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