Willow
Willow: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Willow
- A female given name from English of modern usage.
Etymology
From willow.
How popular is Willow?
Since 1880, 65,095 girls and 465 boys in the U.S. have been named Willow (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #37 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #2734 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #44 for girls, with 4,786 babies given the name.
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Sibling name ideas for Willow
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Willow FAQ
What does the name Willow mean?
A female given name from English of modern usage. From willow.
What is the origin of the name Willow?
Willow is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Willow?
Since 1880, 65,095 girls and 465 boys in the U.S. have been named Willow (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #37 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #2734 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #44 for girls, with 4,786 babies given the name.
Is Willow a boy or girl name?
Willow is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 65,095 girls and 465 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.