Evelyn vs William
Evelyn
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Wished-for child
Peak: 1919 (1.13%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Evelyn | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.13% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.16% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.35% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.90% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.11% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.82% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.42% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.24% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.15% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.08% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.05% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.06% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.11% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Evelyn or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Evelyn peaked in 1919 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Evelyn and William mean?
Evelyn means "Wished-for child" while William means "Resolute protector".