Frank vs William
Frank
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Free man
Peak: 1880 (2.74%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Frank | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.74% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 2.57% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 2.14% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 1.81% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.49% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.11% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.89% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.64% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.50% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.36% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.20% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.15% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.08% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Frank or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Frank peaked in 1880 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Frank and William mean?
Frank means "Free man" while William means "Resolute protector".