Charles vs William
Charles
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Free man
Peak: 1880 (4.52%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Charles | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 4.52% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 3.39% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 2.53% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 2.30% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 2.57% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 2.82% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 2.67% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 2.15% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.37% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.18% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.81% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.56% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.36% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Charles or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Charles peaked in 1880 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Charles and William mean?
Charles means "Free man" while William means "Resolute protector".