Bud vs Wiliam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bud

Boy #6,573 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"brother, friend"

Origin: American English informal

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,573
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Wiliam

Boy #6,634 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, determined guardian"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

Cultural Roots

English American French German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,634
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Bud Rank #6,573
Wiliam Rank #6,634

Bud is more popular, ranked #6573 vs #6634 for Wiliam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bud or Wiliam more popular?

Bud is more popular, ranked #6573 compared to Wiliam at #6634 in the United States.

What do Bud and Wiliam mean?

Bud means "brother, friend" (American English informal origin). Wiliam means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Old High German Willahelm origin).

Are Bud and Wiliam boy or girl names?

Bud is primarily a boy name. Wiliam is primarily a boy name.

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