Timothy vs William
Timothy
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Honoring God
Peak: 1967 (1.61%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Timothy | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.06% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.05% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.05% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.04% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 0.02% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 0.03% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.12% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.58% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 1.41% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 1.18% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 1.03% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.73% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.35% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Timothy or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Timothy peaked in 1967 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Timothy and William mean?
Timothy means "Honoring God" while William means "Resolute protector".