Jack vs William
Jack
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1927 (1.10%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Jack | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.17% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.31% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.65% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.76% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.87% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.10% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.59% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.38% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.23% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.13% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.09% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.09% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.39% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Jack or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Jack peaked in 1927 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Jack and William mean?
Jack means "God is gracious" while William means "Resolute protector".