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William
“Resolute protector” — German
About William
Originating from German roots, the distinguished boy's name William commands respect with its powerful meaning, "Resolute protector". It perfectly balances an air of aristocratic sophistication with an accessible, friendly warmth. A true heavyweight in the realm of classic names, William offers enduring strength and style.
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Popularity in the U.S.
William ranks #10 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 10,596 births..
William popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.William had 10,596 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 15,922 | #5 |
| 2016 | 15,783 | #3 |
| 2017 | 15,007 | #3 |
| 2018 | 14,604 | #3 |
| 2019 | 13,599 | #4 |
| 2020 | 12,541 | #5 |
| 2021 | 12,166 | #6 |
| 2022 | 11,349 | #6 |
| 2023 | 10,653 | #10 |
| 2024 | 10,596 | #10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does William mean?
William is commonly linked to the meaning Resolute protector and is associated with German roots.
Is William a popular baby name in the U.S.?
William ranks #10 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 10,596 births..
What are common nicknames for William?
Popular nicknames include Will, Willie, Willy, Wil, Wilie.