Larkin vs Willard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larkin

Boy #2,984 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rough, fierce (diminutive)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

English American Germanic

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Larkin Rank #2,984

Willard Rank #3,004

Larkin is more popular, ranked #2984 vs #3004 for Willard.

Is Larkin or Willard more popular?

Larkin is more popular, ranked #2984 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Larkin and Willard mean?

Larkin means "rough, fierce (diminutive)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin).

Are Larkin and Willard boy or girl names?

Larkin is primarily a boy name. Willard is primarily a boy name.