Laura vs William
Laura
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Laurel
Peak: 1968 (1.10%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Laura | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 1.04% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.81% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.57% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.44% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.34% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.25% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.20% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.33% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.82% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.90% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.73% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.53% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.19% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Laura or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Laura peaked in 1968 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Laura and William mean?
Laura means "Laurel" while William means "Resolute protector".