Gil vs Willy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gil

Boy #4,030 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"joy, happiness"

Origin: Hebrew

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✓ All Clear

Boy #4,354 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector, determined guardian"

Origin: Germanic

English German Dutch American

37 High Risk

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Gil Rank #4,030

Willy Rank #4,354

Gil is more popular, ranked #4030 vs #4354 for Willy.

Is Gil or Willy more popular?

Gil is more popular, ranked #4030 compared to Willy at #4354 in the United States.

What do Gil and Willy mean?

Gil means "joy, happiness" (Hebrew origin). Willy means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Gil and Willy boy or girl names?

Gil is primarily a boy name. Willy is primarily a boy name.