Willa

Girl's name

Willa is of Germanic origin, derived from the name Wilhelmina, meaning "will" or "desire."

Meaning Driven, protection
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 729
Peak year 2019

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Cute Names Starting With W

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Willa Cather - American author known for her novels.
  • Willa Holland - Actress, known for TV series "Arrow."
  • Willa Ford - Singer and actress, known for music and TV.
  • Willa Fitzgerald - Actress, known for TV series "Scream."
  • Willa Newton - British equestrian, known for eventing.
  • Willa Kim - Costume designer, won Tony Awards.
  • Willa Joanna Chance Holland - Actress, known for TV series.

Sisters for Willa

Girl names closely related to Willa

Ada Dorothy Freya Norah Clara Lucy Elsie Rowan

Brothers for Willa

Boy names closely related to Willa

Walter Finley Henry Harrison Ellis Franklin Warren Charlie

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Willa

Bill Billie Billy Billye Guillermo Liam Will William

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