Eugene vs William
Eugene
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Well-born, noble
Peak: 1928 (0.85%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Eugene | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.28% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.34% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.36% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.43% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.62% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.80% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.49% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.30% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.17% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.12% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.07% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.04% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.02% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Eugene or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Eugene peaked in 1928 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Eugene and William mean?
Eugene means "Well-born, noble" while William means "Resolute protector".