Willis vs Roper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willis

Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American African-American

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Boy #2,702 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rope maker"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Willis Rank #2,686

Roper Rank #2,702

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 vs #2702 for Roper.

Is Willis or Roper more popular?

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 compared to Roper at #2702 in the United States.

What do Willis and Roper mean?

Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Roper means "rope maker" (Old English origin).

Are Willis and Roper boy or girl names?

Willis is primarily a boy name. Roper is primarily a boy name.