Gary vs William
Gary
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Spear
Peak: 1951 (2.00%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Gary | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.01% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.01% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.01% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.06% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.06% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.85% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.00% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.56% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.27% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.14% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.06% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Gary or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Gary peaked in 1951 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Gary and William mean?
Gary means "Spear" while William means "Resolute protector".