Willy

Male

Meaning

With Gilded Helmet; diminutive of William.

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈwɪli/

Traits associated with the name Willy:

Dogs named Willy tend to be loving, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Willy?

That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name. It could also suggest that you have a fondness for classic literature, as Willy is a popular character name in many books.

Is Willy a good dog name?

Willy has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Willy isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

1,478
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431
New York City Dog Name Database
388
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Willy is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Willy was, in the past month, the 1763rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Willy is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Willy was viewed 51 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Willy's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Willy is most adored in Maine, Illinois and Massachusetts.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in South Carolina, Texas and Washington.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Willy.

Willy is found in these categories:

country dog names
country

This name is often associated with rural, rustic settings and popular among farmers or ranchers.

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Popular during the 1930s, it echoes a bygone era of canine monikers.

Dog names like Willy:

Inspired by Rocky Balboa.
God's peace; traveller.
Bob
Bright; fame.
Willy dog name meaning

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