Wilder
girl name#3517 in 2025Wilder entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2131 in 2021, ranks #3517 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
#3517
rank today
#2131
peak (2021)
43
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4809 |
| 1920s | #4691 |
| 2000s | #15563 |
| 2010s | #8014 |
| 2020s | #2769 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wilder has been most popular in CA, TX, TN.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Wilder are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wilder is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilder in 2025?
- Wilder ranks #3517 among US girl names in 2025, with 43 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wilder most popular?
- Wilder peaked in 2021, reaching #2131 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Wilder with classmates?
- Wilder will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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