Raven vs Willard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raven

Boy #2,813 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark, black-haired"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Norse

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,813
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Raven Rank #2,813
Willard Rank #3,004

Raven is more popular, ranked #2813 vs #3004 for Willard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raven or Willard more popular?

Raven is more popular, ranked #2813 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Raven and Willard mean?

Raven means "dark, black-haired" (Old English origin). Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin).

Are Raven and Willard boy or girl names?

Raven is primarily a boy name. Willard is primarily a boy name.

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