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Willa

Girl

Germanic origin · /WIL-uh/ · classic

Meaning: Resolute protector.

Popularity 49/1002 syllables→ Stable

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Today, Willa is an uncommon name (popularity 49/100).

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Willa is a feminine given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German word 'willo,' meaning 'will' or 'desire,' combined with 'helm,' meaning 'protection' or 'helmet.' It is the feminine form of the name 'Will,' and it conveys the meaning of a 'resolute protector.' The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and has a vintage charm.

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