Willy Meaning

What does Willy mean?

The name Willy is of English origin.

The meaning of Willy is "determined protector".

Willy is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 5 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced Wi-lly.

Willy is a diminutive of William. See William for further details.

Willy is a name with authenticness.

An auspicious name, it is one that will be admired.

Willy has no variant spellings.

Some famous bearers of this name include: Willy Alberti, Willy Brandt, and Willy van de Kerkhof.

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 3,021 in baby name popularity for boys with 39 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 4,084 in baby name popularity for boys with 26 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

The trend's your friend. See how Willy has changed in popularity since 1880 by visiting the Willy Name Popularity Page.

Willy is a diminutive of William.

Willy Alberti ~ Musician
Willy Brandt ~ German Chancellor (1969-1974), Nobel Prize for Peace 1971
Willy van de Kerkhof ~ Soccer Player
Willy Wonka ~ Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator character

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The numbers that make up your child's name.

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