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Willis Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "willis" is "resolute protection", and is used often for "boys".

Name
willis
Meaning
resolute protection
Pronunciation
wil-is
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Willis Name Details

The name Willis is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name Will, which itself is a shortened form of William. William is composed of the Germanic elements 'wil', meaning 'will or desire', and 'helm', meaning 'protection or helmet'. Therefore, Willis can be interpreted as 'resolute protection'.

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