Mott vs Willey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mott

Boy #28,455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"From Old French mote meaning a mound, hillock, or moat; a topographic surname indicating where one lived"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28,455
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Mott Rank #28,455
Willey Rank #28,621

Mott is more popular, ranked #28455 vs #28621 for Willey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mott ___

  • Mott Allen
  • Mott William
  • Mott Thomas
  • Mott Ray

Willey ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mott or Willey more popular?

Mott is more popular, ranked #28455 compared to Willey at #28621 in the United States.

What do Mott and Willey mean?

Mott means "From Old French mote meaning a mound, hillock, or moat; a topographic surname indicating where one lived" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Mott and Willey boy or girl names?

Mott is primarily a boy name. Willey is primarily a boy name.

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