Anna vs William
Anna
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Grace
Peak: 1885 (2.81%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Anna | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.67% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 2.59% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 1.92% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 1.53% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.17% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.78% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.40% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.22% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.22% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.21% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.28% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.35% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.53% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Anna or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Anna peaked in 1885 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Anna and William mean?
Anna means "Grace" while William means "Resolute protector".