James vs William
James
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Supplanter
Peak: 1944 (5.54%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | James | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 5.01% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 4.26% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 4.47% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 4.41% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 4.35% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 4.78% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 5.27% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 4.73% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 3.55% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 3.24% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 2.12% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.50% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.86% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is James or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. James peaked in 1944 while William peaked in 1880.
What do James and William mean?
James means "Supplanter" while William means "Resolute protector".