US Popularity:785
Origin:German
Meaning:Untamed; Wild
Wilder is a boy's name of German origin that means "untamed" or "wild." As a surname, Wilder may date as far back as the 10th century. Famous people with this name include Hollywood actor Gene Wilder who starred in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory as an eccentric and quirky business owner. If you're looking for a name to reflect baby's free-spirited nature or the boundless creativity of a fictional character, Wilder is a worthy contender.
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Common Nicknames for Wilder

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How Popular Is The Name Wilder?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Wilder is currently #668 on The Bump
Boy:Wilder is currently #379 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Wilder is currently #785 in U.S. births
Boy:Wilder is currently #421 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#421
in 2023
- 47
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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