Ethan vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ethan

Boy #19 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"permanent, long-lived"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Ethan Rank #19

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #19 for Ethan.

Is Ethan or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Ethan at #19 in the United States.

What do Ethan and William mean?

Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Ethan and William boy or girl names?

Ethan is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.