Harrison vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harrison

Boy #121 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Harry (Henry)"

Origin: English

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Harrison Rank #121

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #121 for Harrison.

Is Harrison or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Harrison at #121 in the United States.

What do Harrison and William mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Harrison and William boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.