Gertrude vs William
Gertrude
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Strong spear
Peak: 1896 (0.88%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Gertrude | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.81% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.85% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.81% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.70% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.47% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.22% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.09% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.03% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.01% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | - | 2.04% |
| 1980 | - | 1.38% |
| 1990 | - | 1.16% |
| 2000 | - | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Gertrude or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Gertrude peaked in 1896 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Gertrude and William mean?
Gertrude means "Strong spear" while William means "Resolute protector".