Jessica vs William
Jessica
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God beholds
Peak: 1987 (2.99%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Jessica | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.01% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.01% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | - | 4.56% |
| 1930 | - | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.01% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.02% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.03% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.22% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.91% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 2.26% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.79% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Jessica or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Jessica peaked in 1987 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Jessica and William mean?
Jessica means "God beholds" while William means "Resolute protector".