Willis vs Kari

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willis

Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,838 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"free man"

Origin: Old Norse/Germanic (from Karl)

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Willis Rank #2,686

Kari Rank #2,838

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 vs #2838 for Kari.

Is Willis or Kari more popular?

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 compared to Kari at #2838 in the United States.

What do Willis and Kari mean?

Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Kari means "free man" (Old Norse/Germanic (from Karl) origin).

Are Willis and Kari boy or girl names?

Willis is primarily a boy name. Kari is primarily a boy name.