Willy
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Resolute protector, determined guardian
Origin: Germanic/English
Popularity: Ranked #4041 in 2025 with 27 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Willa. Shares the meaning 'Resolute protector, determined guardian.'
Similar names: wil, wiley, will, willa, willie, widley, wild, willoh
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Willy? About 1 in 123,278 babies born in 2025 were named Willy, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Willy
What does the name Willy mean?
Willy means “Resolute protector, determined guardian” from Germanic/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Willy?
Willy has Germanic/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Resolute protector, determined guardian”.
How popular is Willy?
Willy ranked #3949 in 2025 — given to 27 babies that year.
When was Willy most popular?
Willy peaked in 1993 with 69 babies registered that year.
Is Willy a boy or girl name?
Willy is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Willys in registered births are male.
Is the name Willy rising or falling in popularity?
Willy has fallen 915 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3034 in 2020 to #3949 in 2025.
How long has Willy been recorded?
Willy appears in birth records across 121 years — from 1884 through 2025.