| Meaning | untamed, wild |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Wilder |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Wil-der |
About Wilder
Break conventions with Wilder—a name that refuses to be confined by traditional gender expectations or ordinary choices. This bold selection announces from day one that your daughter is destined for adventure and independence. Wilder evokes vast landscapes, freedom, and untamed potential. It's a name for spirited souls who color outside the lines and forge their own paths. The strong consonants give it authority and presence, while the -er ending provides forward momentum and energy. Parents choosing Wilder demonstrate confidence in raising a daughter who won't be limited by societal constraints. It's simultaneously nature-inspired and modern, rustic yet sophisticated. The name suggests creativity, courage, and a refusal to accept mediocrity. Wilder pairs beautifully with traditional middle names, creating interesting contrasts, or can stand boldly alone. This is a name that grows stronger with time, becoming more distinctive and powerful as your daughter develops her own wild, wonderful identity.
Variations of Name Wilder
| Wilda |
| Willow |
| Wilma |
| Wilhelmina |
| Wilona |
| Willard |
| Wendy |
Nicknames for Wilder
| Wild |
| Willy |
| Wildie |
| Deri |
| Der |
Famous People Named Wilder
| Wilder Penfield | Canadian neurosurgeon |
| Wilder Graves Penfield | Canadian-American neurosurgeon |
| Wilder Rodas | Guatemalan politician |
| Wilder Shaw | American journalist and comedian |
| Wilder W. Bentley | American lawyer and politician |
| Wilder Aldridge | American opera singer |
| Wilder Del Mundo | Filipino journalist |
| Wilder Doucette | American filmmaker |
| Wilder Ferreira | Uruguayan footballer |
| Wilder Jacob Bull | Norwegian politician |
| Wilder Lau | Canadian rugby player |
| Wilder Weir | Canadian television host |
| Wilder Karpinski | American composer |
| Wilder McCoy | American actor |
| Wilder Moreno | Colombian footballer |
| Wilder Pérez | Dominican baseball player |
| Wilder Rocha | Brazilian footballer |
| Wilder Rodríguez | Venezuelan boxer |
| Wilder Sánchez | Honduran footballer |
| Wilder Virginia | American artist |
Characters Named Wilder
| Wilder Dufresne | Character from the novel "The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon - I Mean Noel" by Ellen Raskin |
| Wilder Weiss | Character from the TV show "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D" |
| Wilder Zay | Character from the webcomic "Supernormal Step" |
| Wilder Lawless | Character from the book "Wilder Lawless, Forgettin' Heart" by Nancy Haddock |
| Wilder Foudy | Character from the animated TV series "Big City Greens" |