Willie vs Anson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willie

Boy #1,376 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Scottish

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Boy #1,396 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Anne, son of Agnes"

Origin: English patronymic

English American Chinese-American

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Willie Rank #1,376

Anson Rank #1,396

Willie is more popular, ranked #1376 vs #1396 for Anson.

Is Willie or Anson more popular?

Willie is more popular, ranked #1376 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Willie and Anson mean?

Willie means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin).

Are Willie and Anson boy or girl names?

Willie is primarily a boy name. Anson is primarily a boy name.