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Current rank (2025)#3949
Babies named Wilber in 202527
Total recorded6,902
Peak year1919 (162 babies)
Highest rank ever#323
Years in records1880–2025 (146 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 1007 spots

Frequently asked about Wilber

What does the name Wilber mean?
Wilber means “Hunter or wild and untamed” from Old English/German roots.
What is the origin of the name Wilber?
Wilber has Old English/German origin. The traditional meaning is “Hunter or wild and untamed”.
How popular is Wilber?
Wilber ranked #3949 in 2025 — given to 27 babies that year.
When was Wilber most popular?
Wilber peaked in 1919 with 162 babies registered that year.
Is Wilber a boy or girl name?
Wilber is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wilbers in registered births are male.
Is the name Wilber rising or falling in popularity?
Wilber has fallen 1007 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2942 in 2020 to #3949 in 2025.
How long has Wilber been recorded?
Wilber appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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