Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 05, 2024

Willett

US Popularity Rank: 28699

Origin: British

Meaning: Little Will

Willett is a boy's name of English origin. Meaning "little Will," this name is sure to beautifully highlight your shared traits if you think baby will be a mini-you in the making. The earliest tracings come from the Middle English names Wilot and Wilet, which are pet forms of William. So, essentially, your baby's name is a cool remix of a timeless favorite. Also, a variant of the French surname Willette, this name carries a cosmopolitan air. Willett is a connection to history, a nod to the future, and a charming reminder that baby carries on the family legacy in their own quirky way.

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