Willie vs Rafe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willie

Boy #1,376 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Scottish

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Boy #1,311 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew via English

English British Jewish American

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Willie Rank #1,376

Rafe Rank #1,311

Rafe is more popular, ranked #1311 vs #1376 for Willie.

Is Willie or Rafe more popular?

Rafe is more popular, ranked #1311 compared to Willie at #1376 in the United States.

What do Willie and Rafe mean?

Willie means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Rafe means "God has healed" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Willie and Rafe boy or girl names?

Willie is primarily a boy name. Rafe is primarily a boy name.