Wil
Wil: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Wil
- A male given name, variant of Will.
How popular is Wil?
Since 1880, 1,094 boys in the U.S. have been named Wil. Its highest rank for boys was #2124 in 1998. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Wil
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Wil
Names that peaked around the same time as Wil and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Wil FAQ
What does the name Wil mean?
A male given name, variant of Will.
How popular is the name Wil?
Since 1880, 1,094 boys in the U.S. have been named Wil. Its highest rank for boys was #2124 in 1998. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Wil a boy or girl name?
Wil is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,094 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.