Larry vs William
Larry
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Laurel-crowned
Peak: 1947 (1.88%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Larry | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.02% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.04% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.06% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.04% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.15% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.45% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.73% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.74% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.43% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.23% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.10% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.05% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Larry or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Larry peaked in 1947 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Larry and William mean?
Larry means "Laurel-crowned" while William means "Resolute protector".