Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Willis
Endangered
Down 95.9% from peak
Peak era
1924
Peak births
1,261
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19242025
Quick answers about Willis
How many people are named Willis?
An estimated 17,086 living Americans are named Willis.
How rare is Willis?
Willis is uncommon among babies today, with 52 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 95.9% from its 1924 peak.
How old is the typical Willis?
The median age of a living American named Willis is approximately 64 years, with most bearers falling between 44 and 77 years old.
Is Willis still popular?
No. Willis is endangered as a baby name, down 95.9% from its 1924 peak with 52 births in 2025.
Peak year
1924
Decline from peak
95.9%
2025
52
All-time
52,336