Willie

Rank 1,167th Boy Name

In 2022, the name Willie was 1,167th most popular baby name for boys and 2,388th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 184 babies were named Willie in the United States. The gender distribution for "Willie" is 94.6% male and 5.4% female.

In 2022, 1 out of every 18,182 babies in the United States were named Willie. Today, the average age of someone named Willie is around 62 to 68 years old.

The name "Willie" is not common today.

The most common nickname for Willie is Will.

Willie Meaning & Origin

Willie is a name of German origin, meaning resolute or willful protection, and often evokes a sense of reliability and strength.

The name Willie is described as sociable, spirited and lively.

Pronunciation

Willie is pronounced wil-lie in English. The name Willie has 6 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Willie

  • Willie is a name shared by numerous influential musicians, including Willie Nelson, an American musician known for his contributions to country music.

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Geography

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