Mary vs William
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Mary or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Mary and William mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while William means "Resolute protector".