Willis Stolz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Willis Stolz — English
53K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Willis Stolz 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 Stolz: Alban Stolz (1808–1883), German theologian Alexander Stolz (born 1983), German football goalkeeper Daniel Stolz von Stolzenberg (Daniel Stolcius) (1600–1660), Bohemian physician and writer on alchemy Denny Stolz (1933–2023), American football coach Diana Stolz (born 1976), German politician Dominik Stolz (born 1990), German footballer playing for Luxembourgish side F91 Dudelange Friedrich Stolz (1860–1936), German chemist Hilde von Stolz (1903–1973), Austrian-German actress Jordan Stolz (born 2004), American speed skater Joseph Stolz (1861–1941), American rabbi Karsten Stolz (1964–2025), Germa. 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: Stolz

English

Alban Stolz (1808–1883), German theologian Alexander Stolz (born 1983), German football goalkeeper Daniel Stolz von Stolzenberg (Daniel Stolcius) (1600–1660), Bohemian physician and writer on alchemy Denny Stolz (1933–2023), American football coach Diana Stolz (born 1976), German politician Dominik Stolz (born 1990), German footballer playing for Luxembourgish side F91 Dudelange Friedrich Stolz (1860–1936), German chemist Hilde von Stolz (1903–1973), Austrian-German actress Jordan Stolz (born 2004), American speed skater Joseph Stolz (1861–1941), American rabbi Karsten Stolz (1964–2025), Germa.

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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 Stolz:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Stolz?
The surname Stolz originates from English. Alban Stolz (1808–1883), German theologian Alexander Stolz (born 1983), German football goalkeeper Daniel Stolz von Stolzenberg (Daniel Stolcius) (1600–1660), Bohemian physician and writer on alchemy Denny Stolz (1933–2023), American football coach Diana Stolz (born 1976), German politician Dominik Stolz (born 1990), German footballer playing for Luxembourgish side F91 Dudelange Friedrich Stolz (1860–1936), German chemist Hilde von Stolz (1903–1973), Austrian-German actress Jordan Stolz (born 2004), American speed skater Joseph Stolz (1861–1941), American rabbi Karsten Stolz (1964–2025), Germa.
How common is the surname Stolz?
The surname Stolz is shared by approximately 3K people worldwide.
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