Barbara vs William
Barbara
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Foreign, strange
Peak: 1938 (3.44%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Barbara | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.13% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.12% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.11% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.15% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.41% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.57% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 3.11% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 2.36% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.18% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.44% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.14% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.07% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.03% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Barbara or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Barbara peaked in 1938 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Barbara and William mean?
Barbara means "Foreign, strange" while William means "Resolute protector".