Jennifer vs William
Jennifer
Gender: boy
Origin: Welsh
Meaning: White wave
Peak: 1974 (4.03%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Jennifer | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 8.05% |
| 1890 | - | 6.26% |
| 1900 | - | 5.29% |
| 1910 | - | 4.24% |
| 1920 | - | 4.56% |
| 1930 | - | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.01% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.16% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.35% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 2.52% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 3.28% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.08% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.47% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Jennifer or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Jennifer peaked in 1974 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Jennifer and William mean?
Jennifer means "White wave" while William means "Resolute protector".