Kelly vs William
Kelly
Gender: boy
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Warrior
Peak: 1977 (1.11%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Kelly | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.00% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 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 | 0.03% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.42% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.80% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.77% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.40% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.15% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Kelly or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Kelly peaked in 1977 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Kelly and William mean?
Kelly means "Warrior" while William means "Resolute protector".