Brian vs William
Brian
Gender: boy
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Noble, strong
Peak: 1973 (2.21%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Brian | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 8.05% |
| 1890 | - | 6.26% |
| 1900 | - | 5.29% |
| 1910 | - | 4.24% |
| 1920 | - | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.01% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.09% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.25% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.01% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.68% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.55% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.79% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.43% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Brian or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Brian peaked in 1973 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Brian and William mean?
Brian means "Noble, strong" while William means "Resolute protector".