Willie vs Cru

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willie

Boy #1,376 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Scottish

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Boy #1,412 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cross, crossroads"

Origin: Latin crux

Welsh English American

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Willie Rank #1,376

Cru Rank #1,412

Willie is more popular, ranked #1376 vs #1412 for Cru.

Is Willie or Cru more popular?

Willie is more popular, ranked #1376 compared to Cru at #1412 in the United States.

What do Willie and Cru mean?

Willie means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Cru means "cross, crossroads" (Latin crux origin).

Are Willie and Cru boy or girl names?

Willie is primarily a boy name. Cru is primarily a boy name.