Wiliam
boy name#6446 in 2025Wiliam entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #866 in 1881, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#6446
rank today
#866
peak (1881)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #866 |
| 1910s | #3020 |
| 1920s | #2841 |
| 1930s | #2853 |
| 1940s | #2879 |
| 1950s | #2714 |
| 1960s | #2753 |
| 1970s | #2597 |
| 1980s | #2731 |
| 1990s | #5312 |
| 2000s | #6436 |
| 2010s | #6625 |
| 2020s | #8814 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Wiliam are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wiliam alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wiliam in 2025?
- Wiliam ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wiliam most popular?
- Wiliam peaked in 1881, reaching #866 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wiliam with classmates?
- Wiliam will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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