Joan vs William
Joan
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1932 (1.90%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Joan | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.02% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.05% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.13% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.33% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.12% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.50% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.28% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.07% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.02% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.01% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.01% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Joan or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Joan peaked in 1932 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Joan and William mean?
Joan means "God is gracious" while William means "Resolute protector".