Pamela vs William
Pamela
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: All sweetness
Peak: 1954 (1.37%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Pamela | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 8.05% |
| 1890 | - | 6.26% |
| 1900 | - | 5.29% |
| 1910 | - | 4.24% |
| 1920 | - | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.01% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.05% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.92% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.06% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.71% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.20% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.06% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.03% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Pamela or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Pamela peaked in 1954 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Pamela and William mean?
Pamela means "All sweetness" while William means "Resolute protector".