Shirley vs William
Shirley
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Bright meadow
Peak: 1935 (3.90%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Shirley | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.02% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.03% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.08% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.38% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.27% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 1.51% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.90% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.31% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.09% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.03% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.02% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.01% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Shirley or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Shirley peaked in 1935 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Shirley and William mean?
Shirley means "Bright meadow" while William means "Resolute protector".