Martha vs William
Martha
Gender: boy
Origin: Aramaic
Meaning: Lady, mistress
Peak: 1880 (1.07%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Martha | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 1.07% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.89% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.77% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.68% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.70% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.67% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.74% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.56% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.28% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.13% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.09% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.06% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.04% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Martha or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Martha peaked in 1880 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Martha and William mean?
Martha means "Lady, mistress" while William means "Resolute protector".