Raymond vs William
Raymond
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Wise protector
Peak: 1919 (1.12%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Raymond | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.14% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.46% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.71% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.83% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.11% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.04% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.81% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.61% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.45% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.36% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.25% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.19% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.11% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Raymond or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Raymond peaked in 1919 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Raymond and William mean?
Raymond means "Wise protector" while William means "Resolute protector".