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Girl Name

Willa

"Resolute protector, willful, determined"

About the Name Willa

Meaning

Resolute protector, willful, determined

Origin

Germanic

Gender

Girl

First Letter

W

Willa is a girl name of Germanic origin. The name means "Resolute protector, willful, determined" and has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with W or explore other Germanic names.

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Popularity Over Time

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2000
#195
2010
#300
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Willa

  • WC Willa Cather
  • WH Willa Holland

Names Similar to Willa

Willow

Girl

Willow tree, slender and graceful

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Winter

Girl

Winter season, coldest time

English

Wren

Unisex

Small bird, ruler

English #114
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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
W
Origin
Germanic

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