Adam vs William
Adam
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Man, earth
Peak: 1984 (1.28%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Adam | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.09% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.06% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.07% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.07% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.05% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.02% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.02% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.02% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.05% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.23% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.02% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.68% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.39% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Adam or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Adam peaked in 1984 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Adam and William mean?
Adam means "Man, earth" while William means "Resolute protector".