Priest vs Wilber

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Priest

Boy #4,128 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"religious official, one who performs sacred rites"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,128
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Pri, Prie, Pry

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Priest Rank #4,128
Wilber Rank #4,254

Priest is more popular, ranked #4128 vs #4254 for Wilber.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Priest ___

  • Priest John
  • Priest Michael
  • Priest James
  • Priest Thomas
  • Priest William
  • Priest Luke

Wilber ___

  • Wilber James
  • Wilber Thomas
  • Wilber Henry
  • Wilber Lee
  • Wilber Eugene
  • Wilber Franklin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Priest

Bishop Deacon Canon Faith Grace

If you choose Wilber

Ethel Mabel Clarence Bessie Orville

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Priest or Wilber more popular?

Priest is more popular, ranked #4128 compared to Wilber at #4254 in the United States.

What do Priest and Wilber mean?

Priest means "religious official, one who performs sacred rites" (Old English origin). Wilber means "resolute, brilliant" (Germanic origin).

Are Priest and Wilber boy or girl names?

Priest is primarily a boy name. Wilber is primarily a boy name.

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