Willow: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced WIL-oh · 2 syllables
Willow means “the willow tree”, from English.
A given name from English of modern usage.
- Meaning
- the willow tree
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- WIL-oh
- US rank (2025)
- #44
- US babies a year
- about 4,929 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising, Nature
How popular is Willow?
Willow was the #44 name in the US in 2025, given to 4,786 babies. It’s rising: up 128% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Most popular in West Virginia (#5), Kentucky (#7), Missouri (#8), Arkansas (#9), Tennessee (#10).
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #44 |
| England & Wales | #12 |
| Scotland | #28 |
| Northern Ireland | #32 |
| Ireland | #58 |
| France | #541 |
| Canada | #76 |
| Australia | #18 |
How old are people named Willow?
Half of US adults named Willow are older than 23; most are between 18 and 55. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Willow
What does the name Willow mean?
Willow means “the willow tree”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Willow?
Willow is pronounced WIL-oh.
How popular is the name Willow?
Willow was the #44 name in the US in 2025, given to 4,786 babies. It’s rising: up 128% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Willow?
Half of US adults named Willow are older than 23. Most are between 18 and 55.