Williams vs Willard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Williams

Boy #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Welsh

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Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

English American Germanic

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Williams Rank #2,530

Willard Rank #3,004

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

Is Williams or Willard more popular?

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

What do Williams and Willard mean?

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

Are Williams and Willard boy or girl names?

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