Kathleen vs William
Kathleen
Gender: boy
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Pure
Peak: 1949 (1.50%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Kathleen | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.02% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.05% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.10% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.15% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.25% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.26% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.48% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.46% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.77% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.41% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.22% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.18% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.08% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Kathleen or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Kathleen peaked in 1949 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Kathleen and William mean?
Kathleen means "Pure" while William means "Resolute protector".