Thomas vs William
Thomas
Gender: boy
Origin: Aramaic
Meaning: Twin
Peak: 1951 (2.53%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Thomas | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.14% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 1.84% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 1.58% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 1.37% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.36% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.51% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 2.02% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 2.51% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.81% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.40% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.95% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.85% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.61% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Thomas or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Thomas peaked in 1951 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Thomas and William mean?
Thomas means "Twin" while William means "Resolute protector".