Carolyn vs William
Carolyn
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Free woman
Peak: 1942 (1.44%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Carolyn | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.08% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.06% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.06% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.08% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.13% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.32% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.07% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.89% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.45% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.25% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.11% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.08% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.05% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Carolyn or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Carolyn peaked in 1942 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Carolyn and William mean?
Carolyn means "Free woman" while William means "Resolute protector".