Willard vs Hersh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willard

Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

English American Germanic

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Boy #2,880 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"deer, stag"

Origin: Yiddish/Germanic

Jewish Eastern European American

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Willard Rank #3,004

Hersh Rank #2,880

Hersh is more popular, ranked #2880 vs #3004 for Willard.

Is Willard or Hersh more popular?

Hersh is more popular, ranked #2880 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Willard and Hersh mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Hersh means "deer, stag" (Yiddish/Germanic origin).

Are Willard and Hersh boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Hersh is primarily a boy name.