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Willie

American  
[wil-ee] / ˈwɪl i /

noun

  1. a male given name, form of William.

  2. a female given name.


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In recent times, snooker has lost Virgo, Ray Reardon, Willie Thorne and Terry Griffiths, among others.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

It could be months before jet fuel supplies recover, International Air Transport Association CEO Willie Walsh said last week.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

I am reminded of my senior year at the University of Southern California in 1959 when Willie Wood and I were elected co-captains of the football team.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

The horse dragged his back legs through the final fence when leading Regent's Stroll and was ridden out to win by four lengths under Paul Townend for trainer Willie Mullins.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Across the room Willie was playing his harp.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers