Roy vs William
Roy
Gender: boy
Peak: 1897 (0.82%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Roy | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.37% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.79% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.75% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.61% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.58% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.52% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.47% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.35% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.24% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.16% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.10% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.06% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.03% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Roy or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Roy peaked in 1897 while William peaked in 1880.