Robert vs William
Robert
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Bright fame
Peak: 1931 (5.66%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Robert | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.04% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 2.12% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 2.36% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 2.69% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 4.42% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 5.16% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 4.59% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 3.34% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 3.00% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.85% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 1.34% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.66% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Robert or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Robert peaked in 1931 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Robert and William mean?
Robert means "Bright fame" while William means "Resolute protector".