Dempsey vs Willard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willard

Boy #3,004 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"determined guard, resolute protector"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,004
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Will, Willie, Bill

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dempsey Rank #2,845
Willard Rank #3,004

Dempsey is more popular, ranked #2845 vs #3004 for Willard.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dempsey ___

  • Dempsey James
  • Dempsey Patrick
  • Dempsey Flynn
  • Dempsey Sean
  • Dempsey Cole
  • Dempsey Reid

Willard ___

  • Willard James
  • Willard Thomas
  • Willard Henry
  • Willard Scott
  • Willard Robert
  • Willard Eugene

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Dempsey

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If you choose Willard

Everett Clarence Mildred Harriet Harold

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dempsey or Willard more popular?

Dempsey is more popular, ranked #2845 compared to Willard at #3004 in the United States.

What do Dempsey and Willard mean?

Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Willard means "determined guard, resolute protector" (Old English origin).

Are Dempsey and Willard boy or girl names?

Dempsey is primarily a boy name. Willard is primarily a boy name.

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