Joyce vs William
Joyce
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Joyful
Peak: 1941 (1.26%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Joyce | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.02% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.03% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.12% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.83% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.25% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.76% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.37% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.11% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.04% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.02% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.02% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Joyce or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Joyce peaked in 1941 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Joyce and William mean?
Joyce means "Joyful" while William means "Resolute protector".