Willis

Boy's name

Willis is of English origin, derived from the medieval given name Will, a diminutive of William. It means "resolute protector" or "strong-willed warrior."

Meaning Descendant of William
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 49
Peak year 1924

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Notable Namesakes

  • Willis Carrier - Inventor of modern air conditioning systems.
  • Willis Reed - NBA Hall of Famer, New York Knicks player.
  • Willis McGahee - Former NFL running back.
  • Willis Haviland Carrier - American engineer, inventor of air conditioning.
  • Willis Alan Ramsey - American singer-songwriter.
  • Willis Bouchey - American character actor in film and TV.
  • Willis Lamb - American physicist, Nobel Prize in Physics winner.
  • Willis Tower - Formerly Sears Tower, iconic Chicago skyscraper.
  • Willis Carto - American far-right political activist and writer.
  • Willis O'Brien - American animator, known for stop-motion special effects.

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