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William

"Resolute protector. Represents a strong, determined guardian."

Ranked #10 for boys

About the Name William

Meaning

Resolute protector. Represents a strong, determined guardian.

Origin

Germanic

Gender

Boy

First Letter

W

Boy Rank

#10

Girl Rank

#11017

William is a boy name of Germanic origin. The name means "Resolute protector. Represents a strong, determined guardian." and Currently ranked #10 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with W or explore other Germanic names.

Popularity Over Time

#592615
1950
#423205
1960
#285273
1970
#249970
1980
#218257
1990
#194758
2000
#160129
2010
#57494
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named William

  • WS William Shakespeare (playwright)
  • PW Prince William (royalty)

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Boy

Irish form of William, from Germanic meaning 'resolute protector'.

Will

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
7
Starts with
W
Origin
Germanic

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