Wilmore
Pronunciation: [ w-IHLM-awr ]
Wilmore is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,563 in the US, popular nicknames include Wil, Wiy, and Wilie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,563
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Wilmore
Wilmore is a boy name .
Wilmore is currently ranked #38,563 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Wilmore include Wil, Wiy, Wilie, and Wilmie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Wilmore include Wilmer . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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