Ronald vs William
Ronald
Gender: boy
Origin: Norse
Meaning: Ruler's counselor
Peak: 1943 (2.01%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Ronald | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.02% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.03% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.06% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.08% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.50% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.75% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 1.65% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.00% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.72% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.31% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.18% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.08% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Ronald or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Ronald peaked in 1943 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Ronald and William mean?
Ronald means "Ruler's counselor" while William means "Resolute protector".