Oliver 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

Oliver Rank #3
Willis Rank #2,686

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #2686 for Willis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

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 Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

If you choose Willis

Earl Boyd Clarence Mavis June

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Willis more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Willis at #2686 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Willis mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Oliver and Willis boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Willis is primarily a boy name.

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