Kayce 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

Kayce Rank #420
Wilder Rank #391

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 vs #420 for Kayce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kayce ___

  • Kayce James
  • Kayce Lee
  • Kayce Grant
  • Kayce Dean
  • Kayce Cole
  • Kayce Wayne

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 Kayce

Chase Brayden Wyatt Riley Harley

If you choose Wilder

Archer Hunter River Juniper Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kayce or Wilder more popular?

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 compared to Kayce at #420 in the United States.

What do Kayce and Wilder mean?

Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Kayce and Wilder boy or girl names?

Kayce is primarily a boy name. Wilder is primarily a boy name.

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