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Davy vs Willard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Davy

Boy #2,844 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, dear one"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,844
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Willard

Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,004
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Davy Rank #2,844
Willard Rank #3,004

Davy is more popular, ranked #2844 vs #3004 for Willard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davy or Willard more popular?

Davy is more popular, ranked #2844 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Davy and Willard mean?

Davy means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew origin). Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin).

Are Davy and Willard boy or girl names?

Davy is primarily a boy name. Willard is primarily a boy name.

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