Helen vs William
Helen
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Bright, shining light
Peak: 1917 (3.05%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Helen | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.65% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 1.15% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 2.00% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 2.50% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 2.82% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.71% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.86% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.40% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.20% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.09% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.05% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.04% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.04% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Helen or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Helen peaked in 1917 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Helen and William mean?
Helen means "Bright, shining light" while William means "Resolute protector".