Willard

Boy's name

Willard is of Old English origin, derived from the words "wil" meaning "desire" and "heard" meaning "brave" or "hardy."

Meaning Brave desire
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 41
Peak year 1915

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Notable Namesakes

  • Willard Scott - TV weatherman, "Today Show" personality.
  • Willard Wigan - Micro-sculptor known for tiny artworks.
  • Willard Boyle - Co-inventor of the CCD sensor.
  • Willard Huyck - Director, screenwriter known for "Howard the Duck."
  • Willard Libby - Chemist, Nobel laureate for radiocarbon dating.
  • Willard Van Orman Quine - Philosopher, logician, and mathematician.
  • Willard White - Opera singer, bass-baritone.
  • Willard Motley - Novelist, "Knock on Any Door" author.
  • Willard Sterne Randall - Historian, biographer of Benjamin Franklin.
  • Willard Parker - Actor, known for roles in classic films.

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