Joseph vs William
Joseph
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: He will add
Peak: 1914 (2.76%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Joseph | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.22% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 2.23% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 2.29% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 2.51% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 2.32% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.86% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.53% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.49% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.37% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.40% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.63% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.40% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 1.09% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Joseph or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Joseph peaked in 1914 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Joseph and William mean?
Joseph means "He will add" while William means "Resolute protector".