Harold vs William
Harold
Gender: boy
Origin: Norse
Meaning: Army ruler
Peak: 1920 (1.24%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Harold | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.10% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.34% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.77% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.92% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.24% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.03% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.68% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.40% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.22% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.14% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.06% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.04% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.02% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Harold or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Harold peaked in 1920 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Harold and William mean?
Harold means "Army ruler" while William means "Resolute protector".