Willis: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A resolute protector with a helmet of will.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2213
- Peak
- #86 in 1880
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Willis Means
Willis is a boy name of English origin. A resolute protector with a helmet of will.
How Popular Willis Is
Willis currently ranks #2213 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #86 in 1880. It is rising.
Good to Know About Willis
- Willis broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #86 in 1880.
- Willis has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Willis has been a top 100 name across 177+ years of American history.
- Willis is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Willis
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Sibling Names for Willis
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Questions About Willis
What does Willis mean?
Willis is a boy name of English origin. A resolute protector with a helmet of will.
How popular is Willis?
Willis currently ranks #2213 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #86 in 1880. It is rising.
Where does Willis come from?
Willis comes from English roots. Willis broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #86 in 1880.
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