Madelyn vs Willow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willow

Girl #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"From Old English 'welig', the willow tree; a nature name associated with flowing water and healing"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#41
Total SSA Count
4,653
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Will, Wills, Willa

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Madelyn Rank #65
Willow Rank #41

Willow is more popular, ranked #41 vs #65 for Madelyn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Madelyn ___

  • Madelyn Rose
  • Madelyn Grace
  • Madelyn Claire
  • Madelyn Anne
  • Madelyn Elizabeth
  • Madelyn Kate

Willow ___

  • Willow Rose
  • Willow Jane
  • Willow Mae
  • Willow Grace
  • Willow Claire
  • Willow Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Madelyn

Sophie Charlotte Benjamin Elijah Olivia

If you choose Willow

Ivy Hazel Violet Jasper Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madelyn or Willow more popular?

Willow is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Madelyn at #65 in the United States.

What do Madelyn and Willow mean?

Madelyn means "high tower, elevated" (Greek origin). Willow means "From Old English 'welig', the willow tree; a nature name associated with flowing water and healing" (English origin).

Are Madelyn and Willow boy or girl names?

Madelyn is primarily a girl name. Willow is primarily a girl name.

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