Willys
boy nameWillys entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2229 in 1924, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2229
peak (1924)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2890 |
| 1920s | #3604 |
| 1930s | #3277 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Willys are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Willys alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Willys in 2025?
- Willys is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Willys most popular?
- Willys peaked in 1924, reaching #2229 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Willys with classmates?
- Willys will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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