Willard vs Leslie

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 #3,003 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"garden of hollies, holly garden"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English American

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Willard Rank #3,004

Leslie Rank #3,003

Leslie is more popular, ranked #3003 vs #3004 for Willard.

Is Willard or Leslie more popular?

Leslie is more popular, ranked #3003 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Willard and Leslie mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Leslie means "garden of hollies, holly garden" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Willard and Leslie boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Leslie is primarily a boy name.