Edward vs William
Edward
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Wealthy guardian
Peak: 1882 (2.03%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Edward | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.00% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 1.91% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 1.68% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 1.63% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.83% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.53% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.21% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.03% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.77% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.65% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.36% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.27% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.17% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Edward or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Edward peaked in 1882 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Edward and William mean?
Edward means "Wealthy guardian" while William means "Resolute protector".