The name "Willis" is a derivative of the German name "Williams," or "Wilhelm." Adopted predominately by the Welsh as a surname. Willis could also be a derivative of the name "Will."
Williams means, "Gilded Helmet, Protection." Will means, "Strong," "Resolute," or "Determined."
Willie Grady's birth name is Willie A. Grady.
Willie Crawford's birth name is Willie Murphy Crawford.
Willie Solar's birth name is Willie Peter Solar.
Willie Shelby's birth name is Willie Earl Shelby.
Willie Tullis's birth name is Willie James Tullis.
Willie Upshaw's birth name is Willie Clay Upshaw.
Willie Townes's birth name is Willie Carroll Townes.
Willie Reed's birth name is WIllie D. Louis.
Willie Aikens's birth name is Willie Mays Aikens.
Willie Anderson's birth name is Willie Aaron Anderson.
Willie Broughton's birth name is Willie Lee Broughton.
Willie Randolph's birth name is Randolph, Willie Larry.