Scott vs William
Scott
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: From Scotland
Peak: 1971 (1.70%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Scott | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.05% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.03% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.02% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.02% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.02% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.01% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.03% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.23% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.00% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.50% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.72% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.38% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.12% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Scott or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Scott peaked in 1971 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Scott and William mean?
Scott means "From Scotland" while William means "Resolute protector".