Willoughby
WIL-ə-bee
Willoughby is a unisex name of English origin, meaning “An English surname turned given name, meaning 'willow farm' or 'willow settlement'.”. It currently ranks #10194 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2021.
What Willoughby Means
“An English surname turned given name, meaning 'willow farm' or 'willow settlement'.”
The Story of Willoughby
From English country estates to the wild frontiers of exploration, Willoughby carries a gentle, classic charm that feels perfectly suited for your child.
Willoughby is an English surname turned given name, originating from placenames meaning 'willow farm' or 'willow settlement.' It evokes pastoral landscapes and a sense of settled English heritage. Historically borne by explorers like Hugh Willoughby and naturalists like Francis Willoughby, the name crossed from familial use to broader recognition, steadily rising in popularity in recent years.
The sound of 'Willoughby' is like a soft, welcoming breeze from an English garden. It feels grounded, yet also carries a sense of gentle adventure. For your child, this name promises a steady, responsible nature, combined with an innate kindness and intelligence. You'll enjoy the feeling of writing this distinguished name on their school papers, a name that feels both established and full of future possibility.
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The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Hugh Willoughby
English soldier and explorer, led expedition to Russia
Francis Willoughby
English naturalist and ornithologist.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#17 in 2021
Total Births
309
First Recorded
1915
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