Wilks

Q: How popular is the name Wilks?

Wilks is ranked #24746 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ w-IHLKS ]

Boy Name #24,746 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Wilks is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced w-IHLKS.

Parents who love the name Wilks often also consider Willie, Winifred, Winnie .

Popularity Over Time

#24,746

Current Rank

New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #24,746
Total SSA Count: 6

Alternative Spellings

Wilkes #4387

Nicknames

Wil Wiy Wilie

Middle Name Ideas

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Wilks Dylan

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Similar Names

Willie Winifred Winnie Wilhelmina William Willa Wilda Winnifred

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wilks

Is Wilks a boy or girl name?

Wilks is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Wilks?

Wilks is pronounced w-IHLKS.

How popular is the name Wilks?

Wilks is currently ranked #24746 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Wilks?

Common nicknames for Wilks include Wil, Wiy, and Wilie.

Is Wilks a common or rare name?

Wilks is an uncommon name, ranked #24746 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Wilks

Wilks is a boy name .

Wilks is currently ranked #24,746 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Wilks include Wil, Wiy, and Wilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Wilks include Wilkes . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.