Joshua vs William
Joshua
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is salvation
Peak: 1985 (2.19%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Joshua | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.05% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.02% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.02% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.02% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.01% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.01% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.01% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.01% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.01% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.11% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.95% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 2.01% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 1.32% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Joshua or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Joshua peaked in 1985 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Joshua and William mean?
Joshua means "God is salvation" while William means "Resolute protector".