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Wilbur

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Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. WIL-bər
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Meaning & History

From the nickname Wildbor meaning "wild boar" in Middle English.

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Given Name DescendantWilbur(English)

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Entry updated October 11, 2012

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