Anthony vs William
Anthony
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Priceless one
Peak: 1987 (1.19%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Anthony | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.11% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.16% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.25% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.47% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.45% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.41% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.40% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.47% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.90% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.11% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.95% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.17% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.94% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Anthony or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Anthony peaked in 1987 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Anthony and William mean?
Anthony means "Priceless one" while William means "Resolute protector".