William
Boy NameGermanic
Meaning
Resolute protector
Origin
Germanic
Peak Year
1880
Peak Popularity
8.05%
Popularity Over Time
1880
8.05%
1890
6.26%
1900
5.29%
1910
4.24%
1920
4.56%
1930
4.19%
1940
3.78%
1950
3.34%
1960
2.28%
1970
2.04%
1980
1.38%
1990
1.16%
2000
0.99%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does William mean?
William means "Resolute protector" and comes from Germanic origin.
When was William most popular?
William was most popular in 1880 when 8.05% of babies were given this name.
Is William a boy or girl name?
William is primarily used as a boy name.