Names Starting With W
GirlEnglish#20 in 2025
Willow
Willow is a girls' name of English origin meaning “Graceful, slender — from the willow tree.” It ranked #20 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
WIL-oh
Meaning & Origin
The name Willow means “Graceful, slender — from the willow tree.” It comes from the English language tradition.
A nature name with a gentle, ethereal quality. Popularized by Willow Smith and the Buffy the Vampire Slayer character.
Popularity Over Time
#392020
#322021
#282022
#252023
#222024
#202025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #20 |
| 2024 | #22 |
| 2023 | #25 |
| 2022 | #28 |
| 2021 | #32 |
| 2020 | #39 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Willow
- Willow Smith
- Willow Rosenberg (Buffy)
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