Willard

The boy's name Willard, meaning "strong desire," has roots in Old English, French, and German. This two-syllable moniker was wildly popular from the turn of the twentieth century until the late 1970s. Willard is a French variant of the Old English Wilheard and Old German Willihard, originating in the Old High German elements willo, being “will” or “desire,” and hart, which translates to “hard,” “brave,” and “strong.” Its vintage vibes make it ideal for some affectionate variants like Will and Willy, with endless adorable nicknames for your little one to carry into a more modern age.