Doris vs William
Doris
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Gift of the ocean
Peak: 1929 (1.42%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Doris | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.04% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.18% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.37% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.96% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.32% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.66% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.29% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.14% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.05% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.02% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.01% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | - | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Doris or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Doris peaked in 1929 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Doris and William mean?
Doris means "Gift of the ocean" while William means "Resolute protector".