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Boy Name

William

"Resolute protector, strong-willed warrior"

Ranked #6 for boys

About the Name William

Meaning

Resolute protector, strong-willed warrior

Origin

Germanic

Gender

Boy

First Letter

W

Boy Rank

#6

William is a boy name of Germanic origin. The name means "Resolute protector, strong-willed warrior" and is currently ranked #6 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with W or explore other Germanic names.

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Popularity Over Time

#5
1950
#7
1960
#9
1970
#15
1980
#18
1990
#11
2000
#5
2010
#6
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
  • PW Prince William
  • WF William Faulkner

Names Similar to William

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Boy

Strong-willed warrior and protector

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Wyatt

Boy

Brave in war, hardy warrior

English #49

Walter

Boy

Ruler of the army, commander

Germanic #159

Wesley

Boy

Western meadow, from the west field

English #69
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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
7
Starts with
W
Origin
Germanic

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