Willoughbey
English
"farm near the willows"
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Updated Thu Mar 13 2025
Willoughbey Origin and Meaning
The name Willoughbey is a boy's name.
Willoughbey is a distinguished masculine name derived from an English surname with geographical origins, referring to a farm or settlement near willow trees. This elaborated spelling adds an extra 'e' to the more traditional Willoughby. The name carries an aristocratic, literary quality reminiscent of English novels and countryside estates. Though never common as a first name, Willoughbey has occasional usage among families looking to preserve surname traditions or create a name with a distinctly refined, classical British character. With three syllables and its distinctive appearance, Willoughbey makes a strong impression while maintaining connections to historical naming traditions.