Willow
girl name#44 in 2025Willow entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #37 in 2022, ranks #44 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1890–2025
#44
rank today
#37
peak (2022)
4,763
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1338 |
| 1900s | #1714 |
| 1910s | #2167 |
| 1920s | #1709 |
| 1930s | #1746 |
| 1940s | #2231 |
| 1950s | #3164 |
| 1960s | #3565 |
| 1970s | #1964 |
| 1980s | #2920 |
| 1990s | #1820 |
| 2000s | #520 |
| 2010s | #134 |
| 2020s | #42 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Willow has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 64,000 people named Willow are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Willow is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Willow in 2025?
- Willow ranks #44 among US girl names in 2025, with 4,763 babies given the name.
- When was the name Willow most popular?
- Willow peaked in 2022, reaching #37 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Willow with classmates?
- Willow will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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