Willis vs Dempsey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willis

Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"proud descendant, son of the proud one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Willis Rank #2,686

Dempsey Rank #2,845

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 vs #2845 for Dempsey.

Is Willis or Dempsey more popular?

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Willis and Dempsey mean?

Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Willis and Dempsey boy or girl names?

Willis is primarily a boy name. Dempsey is primarily a boy name.