Dawson vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dawson

Boy #139 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of David"

Origin: English

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Dawson Rank #139

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #139 for Dawson.

Is Dawson or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Dawson at #139 in the United States.

What do Dawson and William mean?

Dawson means "son of David" (English origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Dawson and William boy or girl names?

Dawson is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.