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Willa β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Willa is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. It is a diminutive of the name Wilhelmina or Wilhelmine, which means "willful protector" or "resolute protector".

Willa

Letter: W
Girl

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Meaning of Willa:

Willa is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. It is a diminutive of the name Wilhelmina or Wilhelmine, which means "willful protector" or "resolute protector". Willa also has the meaning of "desire", representing a strong-willed and determined individual. The name Willa evokes qualities of strength, independence, and determination.

  • Gender: Girl
  • Origin: Germanic, English
  • US popularity: In 2022, 785 newborns in the United States were named Willa (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 2019 with 889 babies.

Origin:

Germanic , English

Similar Names:

Wila , Will , Willah , Willam , Willar , Willas , Willda , Willia , Willka , Willma

More names starting with W:

Wa , Waabisah , Waad , Waadidah , Waaezah , Waafir , Waafiyah , Waafy , Waahibah , Waahida , Waail , Waaizh

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What does the name Willa mean?

Willa is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. It is a diminutive of the name Wilhelmina or Wilhelmine, which means "willful protector" or "resolute protector". Willa also has the meaning of "desire", representing a strong-willed and determined individual.

What is the origin of the name Willa?

Willa is a girl's name of Germanic, English origin.

Is Willa a boy or girl name?

Willa is commonly used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Willa?

In 2022, 785 newborns in the United States were named Willa, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 2019, with 889 babies given the name.

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