Willis vs Hershel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willis

Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,764 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"deer, little deer"

Origin: Yiddish (from German Hirsch)

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Willis Rank #2,686

Hershel Rank #2,764

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 vs #2764 for Hershel.

Is Willis or Hershel more popular?

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 compared to Hershel at #2764 in the United States.

What do Willis and Hershel mean?

Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Hershel means "deer, little deer" (Yiddish (from German Hirsch) origin).

Are Willis and Hershel boy or girl names?

Willis is primarily a boy name. Hershel is primarily a boy name.