Charlotte vs Willis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willis

Boy #2,686 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,686
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Willy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Willis Rank #2,686

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2686 for Willis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Willis ___

  • Willis James
  • Willis Thomas
  • Willis Scott
  • Willis Dean
  • Willis Grant
  • Willis Hayes

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Willis

Earl Boyd Clarence Mavis June

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Willis more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Willis at #2686 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Willis mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Charlotte and Willis boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Willis is primarily a boy name.

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