Willa

Meaning of Willa

Willa means "resolute protector." It suggests someone determined and strong-willed.

Willa has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Willa

Willa has held fairly steady, sitting around #422 in 2025 after peaking at #350 in 2021.

Notable people named Willa

• Willa Holland
  American actress and model
• Willa Fitzgerald
  American actress
• Willa Ford
  American singer and actress
• Willa Brown
  American aviator, activist, teacher
• Willa Sibert Cather
  American author, Pulitzer Prize winner

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Questions about the name Willa

What does the name Willa mean?

Willa means willa means "resolute protector." it suggests someone determined and strong-willed, and it comes from German origins.

Is Willa a boy's or a girl's name?

Willa is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Willa?

In 2025, Willa ranked #422 for girls, up from #423 the year before.

When was Willa most popular?

Willa peaked at #350 in 2021.