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Wilder

New to the US Top 1000 in 2015, Wilder is on many parents' possibility lists, one of the new generation of bad boy names growing in popularity. Wilder got a big boost in interest through Goldie Hawn's grandson, born in 2007, via son Oliver.

Wilder is more familiar as a surname, borne by such notables as authors Laura Ingalls and Thornton, composer Alec, director Billy, and actor Gene. Douglas Wilder was the first African American to be elected Governor of Virginia.

Wilder was one of the 10 fastest-rising boys' names of 2016 and is on its way to becoming one of the hottest baby names starting with W.

Gender

Boy

Origin

Surname or word name

Numerology

W is for wise, more tomorrow that today.

I is for instill, the lesson of life.

L is for loyalty, that you show.

D is for discreet, you can keep a secret.

E is for elegant, born within you.

R is for romp, you know how to have fun!

Lucky

Wilder lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Famous People Named Wilder

  • Wilder Graves Penfield Canadian neurosurgeon
  • Wilder Mountain Honey Hurley daughter of singer,songwriter Michael Hurley
  • Wilder Brooks Hudson (b. 2007) son of actor Oliver Hudson; grandson of actress Goldie Hawn
  • Wilder Davidson (b. 2011) son of actors Mary Stuart Masterson and Jeremy Davidson; twin of sister Clio
  • Wilder Towne Helberg (b. 2014) son of actor Simon Helberg
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Wilder in Pop Culture

  • Wilder Lloyd character in 2008 movie "The Accidental Husband"
  • Wilder character in anime series "Transformers: Super,God Masterforce"
  • "Van Wilder " film and its main character
  • Jack Wilder illusionist from the movie 'Now You See Me'
  • Zelos Wilder a redheaded ladies' man in video game Tales of Symphonia
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