Paul vs William
Paul
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Small, humble
Peak: 1964 (1.33%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Paul | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.25% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.51% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.79% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.96% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.14% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.15% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.19% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.19% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.18% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.06% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.40% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.18% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Paul or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Paul peaked in 1964 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Paul and William mean?
Paul means "Small, humble" while William means "Resolute protector".