Nylan vs Willis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nylan

Boy #2,511 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"champion (Irish-inspired)"

Origin: Irish-influenced American

American Irish-influenced

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Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American African-American

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Nylan Rank #2,511

Willis Rank #2,686

Nylan is more popular, ranked #2511 vs #2686 for Willis.

Is Nylan or Willis more popular?

Nylan is more popular, ranked #2511 compared to Willis at #2686 in the United States.

What do Nylan and Willis mean?

Nylan means "champion (Irish-inspired)" (Irish-influenced American origin). Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Nylan and Willis boy or girl names?

Nylan is primarily a boy name. Willis is primarily a boy name.