Wilber
girl nameWilber entered the US charts in 1929, peaked at #4053 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1929–2025
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rank today
#4053
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4053 |
| 1940s | #5244 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wilber are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wilber alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilber in 2025?
- Wilber is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Wilber most popular?
- Wilber peaked in 1929, reaching #4053 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Wilber with classmates?
- Wilber will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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