Williard
Williard is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Resolute and brave; strong-willed.
Origin and history
Williard is a rare spelling variant of Willard, derived from Germanic elements meaning will or desire combined with brave or hardy. Historically used in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it has since become extremely uncommon. Today it stands as a vintage, classic surname-turned-given name.
Popularity in the United States
1,081 babies in the United States have been named Williard since 1880. It ranks #3606 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (33.8 %)
- TN (18.8 %)
- OH (12.5 %)
- WV (12.5 %)
- NC (10 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 15 |
| 1900-1910 | 52 |
| 1910-1920 | 296 |
| 1920-1930 | 264 |
| 1930-1940 | 136 |
| 1940-1950 | 112 |
| 1950-1960 | 71 |
| 1960-1970 | 80 |
| 1970-1980 | 40 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Will, Willy, Bill, Billy
Fun facts
- Williard evolved as an alternative spelling of Willard, which was derived from the Old High German name Willihard.
- The name saw its peak usage in the United States around the turn of the 20th century before declining significantly.