Willadean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Willadean is an American name that combines 'Willa,' meaning resolute protector, and 'Deane,' meaning valley. The name's historical forms include Willa and Deane, reflecting its evolution. It suggests traits of strength and protection, with no direct biblical relevance. Willadean gained popularity in the early 20th century and is perceived today as unique and charming.
The name Willadean is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Willadean has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Willadean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2268th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1514th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4953rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23856th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Willadean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Willadean"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪlədiːn/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Willadean is a combination of the name 'Willa,' which has Germanic roots meaning 'resolute protector,' and 'Deane,' an English name meaning 'valley.' This blend suggests a meaning related to a protective or strong presence in a valley.
Meaning
resolute protector in the valley
Language Evolution
Willa, Deane, Willadean
Historical Usage
Willadean emerged as a feminine given name in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, reflecting a trend of combining traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Willa, Deana, Dena, Willie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Willadean is considered a unique and vintage name, often associated with charm and a strong character.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Willadean"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Willadean"
"Willadean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2268th of 9107 | 266 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1514th of 9204 | 489 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4953rd of 12526 | 119 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 23856th of 30306 | 14 |
Regional Popularity of "Willadean" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Willadean" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
56.04% 1326th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
78.85% 1219th/1546 |
- |
53.08% 1249th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Willadean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Willadean" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.