Janet vs William
Janet
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1952 (0.94%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Janet | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.03% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.04% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.03% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.07% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.17% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.39% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.86% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.92% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.69% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.23% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.09% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.06% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.03% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Janet or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Janet peaked in 1952 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Janet and William mean?
Janet means "God is gracious" while William means "Resolute protector".