Willard vs Williams

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 #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Welsh

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Willard Rank #3,004

Williams Rank #2,530

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 vs #3004 for Willard.

Is Willard or Williams more popular?

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Willard and Williams mean?

Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin). Williams means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Willard and Williams boy or girl names?

Willard is primarily a boy name. Williams is primarily a boy name.