Jonathan vs William
Jonathan
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God has given
Peak: 1985 (1.25%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Jonathan | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.02% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.01% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.01% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.01% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.01% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.02% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.08% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.15% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.43% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.02% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.12% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.81% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Jonathan or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Jonathan peaked in 1985 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Jonathan and William mean?
Jonathan means "God has given" while William means "Resolute protector".