NAME PROFILE
Williams
William is a classic name of Germanic origin that means 'resolute protector' or 'strong-willed warrior.' It conveys a sense of strength, reliability, and leadership, making it a timeless choice for many parents.
Key Stats
| Total births | 6,150 |
| Gender | Male (39% / 61%) |
| Peak year | 1950 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 24%GA — 22%MS — 21%CA — 19%FL — 13%
Notable People
William Shakespeare (Playwright, *Hamlet*) · William Faulkner (Author, *The Sound and the Fury*) · William the Conqueror (Historical figure, first Norman King of England) · William Wordsworth (Poet, co-founder of English Romanticism) · William H. Macy (Actor, known for *Fargo*)
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