Nicholas vs William
Nicholas
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Victory of the people
Peak: 1995 (1.45%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Nicholas | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.06% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.07% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.06% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.11% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.12% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.10% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.09% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.12% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.11% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.14% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.13% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.30% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 1.18% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Nicholas or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Nicholas peaked in 1995 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Nicholas and William mean?
Nicholas means "Victory of the people" while William means "Resolute protector".