Willard
/ˈwɪlərd/
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Willard is a name of German origin, derived from the elements 'wil' meaning 'will, desire' and 'hard' meaning 'brave, strong'. It conveys a sense of determination and courage, often associated with leadership qualities. Historically, it has been a popular choice in English-speaking countries for its strong and noble connotations.
Willard Wirtz
Government, US Secretary of Labor, 1962-69
Willard Waterman
Actor, The Great Gildersleeve
Willard W. Scott, Jr.
Military, Superintendent of West Point, 1981-86
Willard Scott
TV Personality, Today Show weatherman
Willard Rockwell
Business, Founder of Rockwell Automation
Willard Robertson
Actor, Remember the Night
Willard Van Orman Quine
Philosopher, Two Dogmas of Empiricism
Willard J. Overlock, Jr.
Business, Former Partner, Goldman Sachs
Willard Motley
Author, The original Bud Billiken
J. Willard Marriott
Business, Founded the Marriott hotel chain
Willard F. Libby
Chemist, Carbon-14 dating technique
Willard M. Kiplinger
Journalist, Kiplinger Washington Editors
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