Willard vs Bane

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willard

Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #3,170 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cause of death, ruin, poison"

Origin: Old English bana

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Willard Rank #3,004

Bane Rank #3,170

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 vs #3170 for Bane.

Is Willard or Bane more popular?

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 compared to Bane at #3170 in the United States.

What do Willard and Bane mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Bane means "cause of death, ruin, poison" (Old English bana origin).

Are Willard and Bane boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Bane is primarily a boy name.