Margaret vs William
Margaret
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Pearl
Peak: 1916 (2.30%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Margaret | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 1.62% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 1.54% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 1.67% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 1.96% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 2.25% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.57% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.28% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.03% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.55% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.26% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.16% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.16% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.16% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Margaret or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Margaret peaked in 1916 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Margaret and William mean?
Margaret means "Pearl" while William means "Resolute protector".