William

The name William means 'resolute protector' or 'strong-willed warrior'. It signifies someone who is determined and offers protection.

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William is of Old Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'wil' meaning 'will, desire' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet, protection'. It was introduced to England by William the Conqueror.

  • Popularity: 17th
  • Babies named William in the US in 2023:
    Female: 6
    Male: 10598
  • Nicknames: Will, Willy, Bill, Billy, Liam.
  • Full Names: William Henry, William Robert, William George, William Edward, William Thomas.
  • Famous Namesakes: William Shakespeare-playwright, William the Conqueror-king, William Wordsworth-poet, William Jefferson Clinton-politician, William Faulkner-author.
  • Gender: Traditionally a masculine name, though some variations and nicknames have been used unisexually.
  • Numerology: The name William relates closely to the number 7, often associated with a deep thinker, those that are intuitive and insightful. Williams are often introspective and enjoy exploring the mysteries of life.

William has maintained a high level of popularity across generations and remains evergreen. In the US, it has consistently been in the top 20 most popular names for boys for over a century and still ranks highly today.

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