Henry vs William
Henry
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Ruler of the home
Peak: 1881 (2.16%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Henry | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.06% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 1.96% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 1.61% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 1.39% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.03% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.76% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.57% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.38% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.23% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.16% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.11% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.10% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.15% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Henry or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Henry peaked in 1881 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Henry and William mean?
Henry means "Ruler of the home" while William means "Resolute protector".