Rebecca vs William
Rebecca
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: To tie, to bind
Peak: 1974 (0.97%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Rebecca | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.24% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.19% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.16% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.12% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.10% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.10% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.22% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.54% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.48% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.59% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.86% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.67% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.35% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Rebecca or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Rebecca peaked in 1974 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Rebecca and William mean?
Rebecca means "To tie, to bind" while William means "Resolute protector".