"Willett" meaning in English

See Willett in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Etymology: From Will + -et. From a medieval diminutive form of the given name Will, from William. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Will|et}} Will + -et Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Willett
  1. A surname originating as a patronymic. Synonyms: Gillet, Gillett, Gillette, Willet, Willette Translations (equivalent surnames): Guillot (French)
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