Jeffrey vs William
Jeffrey
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Peaceful pledge
Peak: 1966 (1.66%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Jeffrey | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 8.05% |
| 1890 | - | 6.26% |
| 1900 | - | 5.29% |
| 1910 | - | 4.24% |
| 1920 | - | 4.56% |
| 1930 | - | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.07% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.42% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.33% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.58% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.88% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.51% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.17% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Jeffrey or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Jeffrey peaked in 1966 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Jeffrey and William mean?
Jeffrey means "Peaceful pledge" while William means "Resolute protector".