Willow: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Inspired by the graceful weeping willow, a name that bends beautifully but never breaks.
Willow as a Girl Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #34
- Peak
- #34 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 Willow Means
Willow is a girl name of English origin. Inspired by the graceful weeping willow, a name that bends beautifully but never breaks.
How Popular Willow Is
Willow currently ranks #34 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #34 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Willow
- Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith named their daughter Willow in 2000.
- Willow Rosenberg was the beloved witch in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
- Willow trees symbolize adaptability and resilience across cultures.
Willow as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #5381
- Peak
- #3980 in 2018
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Willow Means
Willow is a unisex name of English origin. The graceful willow tree, bending with the breeze but never breaking.
How Popular Willow Is
Willow currently ranks #5381 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3980 in 2018. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Willow
- Willow is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Willow is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Willow
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Willow
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Willow.
Questions About Willow
What does Willow mean?
Willow is a girl name of English origin. Inspired by the graceful weeping willow, a name that bends beautifully but never breaks.
How popular is Willow?
Willow currently ranks #34 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #34 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Willow come from?
Willow comes from English roots. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith named their daughter Willow in 2000.
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