Willow tree
Derived directly from the Latin botanical genus for the willow tree. It is a rare, modern choice for parents seeking a nature-inspired name with a sharp, contemporary sound. The name carries the symbolic weight of the willow, representing flexibility, resilience, and grace.
Less common today
Salix isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,742 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
