Willard vs Niles

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 #3,177 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"champion, winner"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Niall

British American Irish

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Willard Rank #3,004

Niles Rank #3,177

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 vs #3177 for Niles.

Is Willard or Niles more popular?

Willard is more popular, ranked #3004 compared to Niles at #3177 in the United States.

What do Willard and Niles mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Niles means "champion, winner" (Irish Gaelic Niall origin).

Are Willard and Niles boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Niles is primarily a boy name.