Holding steady.
Popularity of Wilmot since 1906
Babies named Wilmot per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Wilmot's real moment was 1906.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 6 |
| 1910s | 141 |
| 1920s | 129 |
| 1930s | 75 |
| 1940s | 60 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 7 |
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Wilmot is a medieval diminutive of William that has nearly vanished from modern use. First recorded in U.S. data in 1906, it appeared primarily in the early 20th century with its peak year being 1906, after which usage declined sharply. The trajectory has remained stable in its extreme rarity, with no recorded births in recent decades. As a surname-turned-given-name, Wilmot carries a distinctly old-fashioned charm, reminiscent of other -ot diminutives like Marriott and Emmott. While no top states can be associated with such a rare name, its English roots are clear: it originated as a nickname for William in medieval England, blending the Germanic elements for 'will' and 'protection'. For parents seeking a truly unique name with historical depth, Wilmot offers a connection to early English naming traditions without the weight of modern popularity.
Wilmot is a medieval diminutive of William, derived from the Old Norman French Willaume and ultimately from the Germanic elements wil 'will, desire' and helm 'helmet, protection'. The -ot suffix was a common diminutive in Middle English, producing names like Wilmot, Emmott, and Marriott. Historically, Wilmot was used as both a given name and a surname, with early records appearing in 14th-century England.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Will, Willy, Mot
Variants: Wilmott, Willmott, Wylmot
Sibling names for Wilmot
Names that share Wilmot's style, for a brother or sister.
