Kyle vs William
Kyle
Gender: boy
Origin: Gaelic
Meaning: Narrow strait
Peak: 1990 (1.06%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Kyle | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 8.05% |
| 1890 | - | 6.26% |
| 1900 | - | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.01% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.01% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.01% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.01% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.01% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.06% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.14% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.31% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.06% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.57% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Kyle or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Kyle peaked in 1990 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Kyle and William mean?
Kyle means "Narrow strait" while William means "Resolute protector".