Wilbon
Pronunciation: [ w-IHLB-uhn ]
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Wilbon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 18 babies have been named Wilbon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Wilbon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,910 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,910
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Wilbon
Wilbon is a boy name .
Wilbon is currently ranked #18,910 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Wilbon include Wil, Wilb, Wilby, Wilbie, Wiy, Wiie, and Wilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Wilbon include Wilbur, Wilber . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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