Willa: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A feminine form of William meaning resolute protector, simple and strong.
- Origin
- Germanic
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #157
- Peak
- #157 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Willa Means
Willa is a girl name of Germanic origin. A feminine form of William meaning resolute protector, simple and strong.
How Popular Willa Is
Willa currently ranks #157 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #157 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Willa
- Willa Cather wrote some of the greatest American novels, including My Antonia.
- Keri Russell named her daughter Willa.
- Philip Seymour Hoffman also chose Willa for his daughter.
Names Like Willa
Other Germanic names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Willa
Germanic names that pair well as a brother or sister to Willa.
Questions About Willa
What does Willa mean?
Willa is a girl name of Germanic origin. A feminine form of William meaning resolute protector, simple and strong.
How popular is Willa?
Willa currently ranks #157 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #157 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Willa come from?
Willa comes from Germanic roots. Willa Cather wrote some of the greatest American novels, including My Antonia.
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