Wilde
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Wilde is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “From the Old English surname meaning "wild, untamed." It describes someone living in a wild or uncultivated area.”. It currently ranks #15099 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2020.
What Wilde Means
“From the Old English surname meaning "wild, untamed." It describes someone living in a wild or uncultivated area.”
The Story of Wilde
Oscar Wilde’s legacy lives on in this name, a surname that conjures wit, creativity, and an untamed, independent spirit.
Wilde is an English surname meaning 'wild, untamed,' describing someone living in a wild or uncultivated area. It has a distinguished literary connection through Oscar Wilde, the Irish poet and playwright. This name has seen a rise in popularity in recent decades, embraced for its artistic and independent connotations.
For your son, Wilde suggests a creative, independent, and free-spirited nature. You imagine him as someone with a sharp intellect and an artistic soul, a child who sees the world in a unique way and expresses himself with flair. He’ll be the one who paints outside the lines.
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Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Oscar Wilde
Irish poet, playwright, and wit
Cornel Wilde
American actor and film director
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#32 in 2020
Total Births
154
First Recorded
2009
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