Willa
boy nameWilla entered the US charts in 1929, peaked at #3175 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1929–2025
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rank today
#3175
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3247 |
| 1930s | #3406 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Willa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Willa alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Willa in 2025?
- Willa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Willa most popular?
- Willa peaked in 1937, reaching #3175 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Willa with classmates?
- Willa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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