Navy 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

Popularity Comparison

Navy Rank #337
Wilmer Rank #1,848

Navy is more popular, ranked #337 vs #1848 for Wilmer.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Navy ___

  • Navy Rose
  • Navy Blue
  • Navy Pearl
  • Navy Grace
  • Navy Wren
  • Navy Mae

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 Navy

Slate Indigo River Scout Stone

If you choose Wilmer

Elmer Millie Clarence Mabel Eugene

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Navy or Wilmer more popular?

Navy is more popular, ranked #337 compared to Wilmer at #1848 in the United States.

What do Navy and Wilmer mean?

Navy means "dark blue, naval fleet" (English origin). Wilmer means "resolute fame, desired renown" (Old German origin).

Are Navy and Wilmer boy or girl names?

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

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