Willow
Girl name · Old english · pronounced WIL-oh
Verified name
What does Willow mean?
Willow tree
Origin and language
Old english
Language family: English
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 43 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is very popular. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 20 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Will, Willo
Variant: Willow
Related: Hazel, Rowan
Using Willow across cultures
Tree name symbolizing grace and flexibility.
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