Wilmer
Wilmer is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Resolute desire, famous, or strong-willed.
Origin and history
Wilmer is a masculine name derived from Germanic elements meaning famous or resolute desire. Historically used in English-speaking regions as both a surname and a given name, it experienced moderate popularity in the early 20th century in the United States. Today, it remains a rare and distinctive traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
15,979 babies in the United States have been named Wilmer since 1880. It ranks #936 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1356.
States where it is most popular
- PA (15.6 %)
- TX (8.9 %)
- LA (6.4 %)
- VA (6.2 %)
- AL (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 163 |
| 1890-1900 | 218 |
| 1900-1910 | 365 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,434 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,525 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,073 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,454 |
| 1950-1960 | 912 |
| 1960-1970 | 601 |
| 1970-1980 | 365 |
| 1980-1990 | 407 |
| 1990-2000 | 636 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,241 |
| 2010-2019 | 997 |
| 2020-2029 | 588 |
Famous people named Wilmer
- Wilmer Valderrama: Actor, Television Host
- Wilmer Flores: Baseball Player
- Wilmer Mizell: Athlete, Politician
Nicknames
Will, Wilm
Fun facts
- Wilmer originally developed as an English surname before transitioning into a given name.
- The name reached its highest popularity in the U.S. during the late 1910s and early 1920s.