Emily vs William
Emily
Gender: girl
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Rival, industrious
Peak: 1999 (1.36%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Emily | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.22% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.25% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.20% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.19% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.17% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.12% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.11% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.07% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.06% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.11% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.51% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.94% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 1.30% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Emily or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Emily peaked in 1999 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Emily and William mean?
Emily means "Rival, industrious" while William means "Resolute protector".