Daniel vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daniel

Boy #16 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine judge"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Daniel Rank #16

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #16 for Daniel.

Is Daniel or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Daniel at #16 in the United States.

What do Daniel and William mean?

Daniel means "divine judge" (Hebrew origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Daniel and William boy or girl names?

Daniel is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.