Willis vs Waylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willis

Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,708 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"land by the road"

Origin: Old English

American English Norse

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Willis Rank #2,686

Waylan Rank #2,708

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 vs #2708 for Waylan.

Is Willis or Waylan more popular?

Willis is more popular, ranked #2686 compared to Waylan at #2708 in the United States.

What do Willis and Waylan mean?

Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Waylan means "land by the road" (Old English origin).

Are Willis and Waylan boy or girl names?

Willis is primarily a boy name. Waylan is primarily a boy name.