Christopher vs William
Christopher
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Bearer of Christ
Peak: 1984 (3.21%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Christopher | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.08% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.06% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.03% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.03% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.03% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.02% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.04% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.28% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.71% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 2.20% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 2.65% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 2.44% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 1.20% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Christopher or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Christopher peaked in 1984 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Christopher and William mean?
Christopher means "Bearer of Christ" while William means "Resolute protector".