Henry VS William
Which name is right for you? Compare popularity, meaning, and trends.
Feature
Henry
William
Gender
Female
Female
Origin
Various
Various
Meaning
Meaning available on detail page
Meaning available on detail page
Total Births (Est.)
~768,827
~4,232,511
Peak Popularity
2024 (#11547)
1947 (#67001)
Popularity Comparison (1880-2024)
Graph shows the number of babies named Henry vs William in the United States.
The Verdict
William has been more popular overall historically, with approximately 3,463,684 more usage than Henry. Both names have unique qualities. Henry stands out for its history, while William is known for its distinctiveness.