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The name Wilbur is of Swiss, German origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Christianity religion. Numerologically, Wilbur is often linked to the number 4.
Wilbur Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Wilbur mean? What is the meaning of the name Wilbur
Meaning of Wilbur: Name Wilbur in the Swiss, German origin, means Bright resolve. Name Wilbur is of Swiss, German origin and is a Boy name. People with name Wilbur are usually Christianity by religion.
Name
Wilbur
Meaning
Bright resolve
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 6 characters
Spell
W-I-L-B-U-R
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
4
Indian Vedic Numerology
2
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Famous people with name Wilbur (Namesakes)
Famous People Named Wilbur Do you know a notable person named Wilbur? We'd love to hear about them. Share the details and we'll update our records!
- Wilbur Myers
Wilbur Myers (born August 17, 1961) is a former American football defensive back.
- Wilbur Strozier
Wilbur Strozier (born November 12, 1964) is a former American football tight end.
- Wilbur Smith
Wilbur Addison Smith (born 9 January 1933) is a British novelist specialising in historical fiction about the international involvement in Southern Africa across four centuries, seen from the viewpoints of both black and white families.
- Wilbur Ross
Wilbur Louis Ross Jr. (born November 28, 1937) is an American investor and the current United States Secretary of Commerce.
- Wilbur Wilde
Wilbur Wilde (born Nicholas Robert Aitken on 5 October 1955) is an Australian saxophonist, television personality and radio presenter.
- Wilbur Slabber
Wilbur Slabber (born December 2, 1980) was a Namibian cricketer.
- Wilbur Holland
Wilbur Holland (born November 8, 1951) is a retired American basketball player.
- Eric Wilbur
Eric Wilbur (born December 12, 1984) is an American former college and professional football player who was a punter in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for two seasons.
- Brian Wilbur
Brian Andrew Wilbur (born October 26, 1986 in Boring, Oregon) is an American football player and is the starting quarterback for the Granada Lions of the Asocación Andaluza de Fútbol Americano, for whom he has played in three separate seasons: 2007, 2010, and 2014.
- Wilbur Sargunaraj
Wilbur Sargunaraj (born 7 July 1977) (Tamil: வில்பர் சற்குணராஜ்) is an Indian performing artist and celebrity.
- Paul Wilbur
Paul Robert Wilbur (born January 18, 1951) is an American Christian musician, worship leader, and guitarist, who primarily plays a messianic worship style of music.
- Matika Wilbur
Matika Lorraine Wilbur is a member of the Swinomish and Tulalip tribes of the State of Washington where she was raised in a family of commercial fishermen.
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Numerology of Wilbur
Numerology for Wilbur - Number 4 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Wilbur Numerology: Name Wilbur has a number value of 4 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 4 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 2 |
| Motivation Number | 3 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 4 |
| Inner Dream Number | 1 |
| Soul Urge Number | 3 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 3 |
| Personality Number | 1 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Wilbur
Syllables in Wilbur Name
How many syllables in baby name Wilbur? Wilbur has 2 syllables. The name "Wilbur" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Wilbur? | 2 (wil - bur) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 6 |
| Unique letters: | 6 (w, i, l, b, u, r) |
| Wilbur backwards: | rubliw |
| Wilbur sorted alphabetically: | bilruw |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | W-I-L-B-U-R |
| Pronunciation |
Name Wilbur is combinations of, 1 occurance of W, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of L, 1 occurance of B, 1 occurance of U, 1 occurance of R.
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How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Wilbur
Wilbur's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Wilbur on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Wilbur! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Wilbur, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Wilbur! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Wilbur
What is the meaning of Wilbur?
Name Wilbur means Bright resolve as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Wilbur Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Wilbur?
Name Wilbur has numerology 2 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Wilbur?
Numerology number of Wilbur is 2 (Vedic) and 4 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Wilbur?
The lucky number of name Wilbur is 2 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Wilbur name?
The name Wilbur has 6 letters. The name Wilbur consists of 1 word with 6 characters.
Where does the name Wilbur come from?
Wilbur is a Swiss, German name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Wilbur?
The name Wilbur is of Swiss, German origin and is used within Christianity communities.
What does Wilbur mean?
Name Wilbur means Bright resolve as per The ParentZ
What does the name Wilbur mean?
Wilbur is of Swiss, German origin and means Bright resolve as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Wilbur?
Wilbur means Bright resolve and is a Swiss, German name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Wilbur consists of 6 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Wilbur! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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