Willard vs Tye

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willard

Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,857 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"enclosed pasture by a river"

Origin: Old English

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Willard Rank #3,004

Tye Rank #2,857

Tye is more popular, ranked #2857 vs #3004 for Willard.

Is Willard or Tye more popular?

Tye is more popular, ranked #2857 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Willard and Tye mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Tye means "enclosed pasture by a river" (Old English origin).

Are Willard and Tye boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Tye is primarily a boy name.