Theodore vs Wilber

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilber

Boy #4,254 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute, brilliant"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,254
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Wil, Billie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Wilber Rank #4,254

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4254 for Wilber.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

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 Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Wilber

Ethel Mabel Clarence Bessie Orville

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Wilber more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Wilber at #4254 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Wilber mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Wilber means "resolute, brilliant" (Germanic origin).

Are Theodore and Wilber boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Wilber is primarily a boy name.

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