Theodore 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

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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Willis Rank #2,686

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

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Willis ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Theodore

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If you choose Willis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Willis more popular?

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

What do Theodore and Willis mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Willis means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Theodore and Willis boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Willis is primarily a boy name.

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