Willard vs Ao

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willard

Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #14,516 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"blue, blue-green"

Origin: Japanese

Japanese Chinese Maori

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Willard Rank #3,004

Ao Rank #14,516

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 vs #14516 for Ao.

Is Willard or Ao more popular?

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 compared to Ao at #14516 in the United States.

What do Willard and Ao mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Ao means "blue, blue-green" (Japanese origin).

Are Willard and Ao boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Ao is primarily a boy name.