Andrew vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Andrew

Boy #68 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Andrew Rank #68

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #68 for Andrew.

Is Andrew or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Andrew at #68 in the United States.

What do Andrew and William mean?

Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Andrew and William boy or girl names?

Andrew is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.