Wilmore is of English origin, derived from the Old English words 'wil' meaning 'will' and 'mōr' meaning 'moor'. This name gained prominence during the Middle Ages and was often used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name in the 20th century. It has a strong, distinct sound that reflects its historical roots. Wilmore is also associated with nature due to its connection to moors, adding a touch of earthiness to the name.
The name Wilmore experienced varied popularity between 1918 and 1945, with peaks of 10 births in both 1920 and 1923, and troughs as low as 5 births in several years. Over the entire period, there were a total of 80 births named Wilmore.