Mace vs Willard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mace

Boy #2,832 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"heavy club weapon"

Origin: Old French

American English

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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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Mace Rank #2,832

Willard Rank #3,004

Mace is more popular, ranked #2832 vs #3004 for Willard.

Is Mace or Willard more popular?

Mace is more popular, ranked #2832 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Mace and Willard mean?

Mace means "heavy club weapon" (Old French origin). Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin).

Are Mace and Willard boy or girl names?

Mace is primarily a boy name. Willard is primarily a boy name.