Wylder
English (Modern) · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Wylder
The name 'Wylder' is a modern English variant of 'Wilder', meaning "wild" or "untamed," derived from the Old English word *wilde* (wild) combined with the agent suffix *-er*, denoting one who dwells in or embodies the wild.
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Etymology
The name 'Wylder' is a modern English variant of 'Wilder', meaning "wild" or "untamed," derived from the Old English word *wilde* (wild) combined with the agent suffix *-er*, denoting one who dwells in or embodies the wild. It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no specific religious ties; it gained modest popularity as a surname-turned-given name in the 21st century, often associated with a free-spirited or nature-inspired aesthetic.
Wylder currently ranks #671 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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