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At a Glance: Name: Wilde – Meaning: wild, untamed – Origin: English (surname/adjective) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: WYLD
Wilde is a neutral name with English roots, taken directly from the surname and adjective meaning wild, untamed. It's pronounced WYLD, like the word "wild" without the second syllable. There's no hidden history to dig up here — the name says exactly what it means.
Meaning & Origin of Wilde
Meaning: Wild, untamed.
Origin: English (surname/adjective).
How to Pronounce Wilde
Phonetic: WYLD IPA: /ˈwaɪld/
Popularity of Wilde
Wilde has stayed a rare pick in U.S. birth data from 2009 to 2024, reaching its high point of #4010 in 2020 with 26 babies given the name, then dropping to #7204 by 2024 with only 12.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2009–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Wilde mean?
Wild, untamed.
How do you pronounce Wilde?
Wilde is pronounced WYLD (IPA: /ˈwaɪld/).
Is Wilde a popular name right now?
Wilde peaked at #4010 in 2020 and is ranked #7204 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2009–2024.)
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