Donald vs William
Donald
Gender: boy
Origin: Gaelic
Meaning: World ruler
Peak: 1934 (2.86%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Donald | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.04% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.09% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.20% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.41% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.08% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 2.57% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.95% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.48% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.05% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.65% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.34% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.19% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.08% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Donald or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Donald peaked in 1934 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Donald and William mean?
Donald means "World ruler" while William means "Resolute protector".