Nancy vs William
Nancy
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Grace
Peak: 1947 (1.79%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Nancy | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.42% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.25% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.21% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.19% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.24% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.78% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.67% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.68% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.05% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.39% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.16% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.12% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.07% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Nancy or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Nancy peaked in 1947 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Nancy and William mean?
Nancy means "Grace" while William means "Resolute protector".