Virginia vs William
Virginia
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Pure, virginal
Peak: 1922 (1.53%)
William
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Resolute protector
Peak: 1880 (8.05%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Virginia | William |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.22% | 8.05% |
| 1890 | 0.20% | 6.26% |
| 1900 | 0.34% | 5.29% |
| 1910 | 0.68% | 4.24% |
| 1920 | 1.39% | 4.56% |
| 1930 | 1.13% | 4.19% |
| 1940 | 0.81% | 3.78% |
| 1950 | 0.47% | 3.34% |
| 1960 | 0.23% | 2.28% |
| 1970 | 0.13% | 2.04% |
| 1980 | 0.10% | 1.38% |
| 1990 | 0.07% | 1.16% |
| 2000 | 0.04% | 0.99% |
FAQ
Is Virginia or William more popular?
William has historically been more popular. Virginia peaked in 1922 while William peaked in 1880.
What do Virginia and William mean?
Virginia means "Pure, virginal" while William means "Resolute protector".