Rachel vs William
Rachel
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Ewe, female sheep
Peak: 1985 (0.89%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Rachel | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.17% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.16% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.12% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.13% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.12% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.11% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.11% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.08% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.09% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.33% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.65% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.76% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.53% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Rachel or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Rachel peaked in 1985 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Rachel and William mean?
Rachel means "Ewe, female sheep" while William means "Resolute protector".