Willard: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A resolutely brave child with unwavering spirit.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2778
- Peak
- #58 in 1915
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Willard Means
Willard is a boy name of English origin. A resolutely brave child with unwavering spirit.
How Popular Willard Is
Willard currently ranks #2778 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #58 in 1915. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Willard
- Willard broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #58 in 1915.
- Willard has been a top 100 name across 178+ years of American history.
- Willard is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
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Sibling Names for Willard
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Questions About Willard
What does Willard mean?
Willard is a boy name of English origin. A resolutely brave child with unwavering spirit.
How popular is Willard?
Willard currently ranks #2778 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #58 in 1915. It has held steady.
Where does Willard come from?
Willard comes from English roots. Willard broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #58 in 1915.
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