Betty vs William
Betty
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God's promise
Peak: 1930 (3.28%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Betty | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.12% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.11% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.21% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.33% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.13% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 3.28% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.87% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.78% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.31% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.11% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.04% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.02% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | - | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Betty or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Betty peaked in 1930 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Betty and William mean?
Betty means "God's promise" while William means "Resolute protector".