Willard vs Killiam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Killiam

Boy #5,792 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little churchman, associated with the church"

Origin: Old Irish ceall + diminutive

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,792
Total SSA Count: 16
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Willard Rank #3,004

Killiam Rank #5,792

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 vs #5792 for Killiam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Willard or Killiam more popular?

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 compared to Killiam at #5792 in the United States.

What do Willard and Killiam mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Killiam means "little churchman, associated with the church" (Old Irish ceall + diminutive origin).

Are Willard and Killiam boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Killiam is primarily a boy name.

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