Will
wil
Popularity
#1283
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
46,439
Peak Year
#712 in 1888
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A short form of William, which is of Germanic origin, meaning 'resolute protector' or 'desire protection'.
Numerology
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Famous Namesakes
Will Smith
American actor, rapper, and producer.
Will Ferrell
American actor, comedian, producer, and writer.
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Meaning
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