Wilder

Masculine

Meaning

Wild, untamed, or one who lives in a wild or uncultivated place.

Etymology

Derived from Old English and Germanic 'wild' (wild, untamed, uncultivated). The name originated as either a descriptive nickname or a topographic surname for someone from a wild or forested area.

About the Name Wilder

Wilder is used as both a surname and given name in English-speaking countries, with notable literary associations. The name evokes nature and untamed landscapes.

Notable Bearers

Laura Ingalls Wilder

Historical People Named Wilder