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Willis
WIH-lihs
Willis (name) means an English surname meaning "son of William.". Example: “Bruce Willis starred in many action films.”
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An English surname meaning "son of William."
"Bruce Willis starred in many action films."
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What does “Willis” mean?
The word “Willis” means an English surname meaning "son of William.".
How do you pronounce “Willis”?
“Willis” is pronounced WIH-lihs (/ˈwɪlɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Willis” in a sentence?
Here is “Willis” used in a sentence: “Bruce Willis starred in many action films.”
What part of speech is “Willis”?
“Willis” is a name.
Is “Willis” a common word?
“Willis” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is Willis used as a first name as well as a surname?
Yes, although Willis originated as a surname, it is also used as a given name, most often for boys.
Is Willis related to the name William?
Yes, Willis derives directly from William, functioning historically as a way of indicating someone was the son of a man named William.
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