Willie vs Gus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willie

Boy #1,376 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Scottish

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Boy #1,216 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"great, venerable"

Origin: Latin (Augustus)

English American Scottish Australian

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Willie Rank #1,376

Gus Rank #1,216

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 vs #1376 for Willie.

Is Willie or Gus more popular?

Gus is more popular, ranked #1216 compared to Willie at #1376 in the United States.

What do Willie and Gus mean?

Willie means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin).

Are Willie and Gus boy or girl names?

Willie is primarily a boy name. Gus is primarily a boy name.