Willis Barrington

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Willis Barrington — English
53K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Willis Barrington is a name that combines English origins. The first name Willis is a masculine given name of English origin. Willis Barnstone (born 1927), American poet and translator Willis Bouchey (1907–1977), American actor Willis B. Burns (1851–1915), American businessman and politician Willis Carrier (1876–1950), American engineer and inventor, best known for inventing modern air conditioning Willis Carto (1926–2015), American far right activist and Holocaust denier Willis Conover (1920–1996), jazz producer and longtime broadcaster on the Voice of America Willis Gibson (born 2010), American Tetris player Willis Goldbeck (1898–1979), American screenwriter and film director Willis Griffith, American politician Wi. The surname Barrington: Barrington is a village in Cook and Lake counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. The population was 10,722 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The original settlers of the Barrington area were the indigenous peoples of the Prairie Potawatomi or Mascouten tribes, which later divided into the Potawatomi, Ojibwe, and Odawa tribes. Many local roads still in use, including Algonquin Road, Rand Road, Higgins Road, and St. Charles Road, were originally Native American trails. Willis is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 53K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Willis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Willis

English

Willis Barnstone (born 1927), American poet and translator Willis Bouchey (1907–1977), American actor Willis B. Burns (1851–1915), American businessman and politician Willis Carrier (1876–1950), American engineer and inventor, best known for inventing modern air conditioning Willis Carto (1926–2015), American far right activist and Holocaust denier Willis Conover (1920–1996), jazz producer and longtime broadcaster on the Voice of America Willis Gibson (born 2010), American Tetris player Willis Goldbeck (1898–1979), American screenwriter and film director Willis Griffith, American politician Wi.

Surname: Barrington

English

Barrington is a village in Cook and Lake counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. The population was 10,722 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The original settlers of the Barrington area were the indigenous peoples of the Prairie Potawatomi or Mascouten tribes, which later divided into the Potawatomi, Ojibwe, and Odawa tribes. Many local roads still in use, including Algonquin Road, Rand Road, Higgins Road, and St. Charles Road, were originally Native American trails.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Willis is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Willis by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Willis Barrington:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Willis?
The first name Willis originates from English. Willis Barnstone (born 1927), American poet and translator Willis Bouchey (1907–1977), American actor Willis B. Burns (1851–1915), American businessman and politician Willis Carrier (1876–1950), American engineer and inventor, best known for inventing modern air conditioning Willis Carto (1926–2015), American far right activist and Holocaust denier Willis Conover (1920–1996), jazz producer and longtime broadcaster on the Voice of America Willis Gibson (born 2010), American Tetris player Willis Goldbeck (1898–1979), American screenwriter and film director Willis Griffith, American politician Wi.
When was Willis most popular?
The name Willis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Barrington?
The surname Barrington originates from English. Barrington is a village in Cook and Lake counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. The population was 10,722 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The original settlers of the Barrington area were the indigenous peoples of the Prairie Potawatomi or Mascouten tribes, which later divided into the Potawatomi, Ojibwe, and Odawa tribes. Many local roads still in use, including Algonquin Road, Rand Road, Higgins Road, and St. Charles Road, were originally Native American trails.
How common is the surname Barrington?
The surname Barrington is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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