Jackson vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jackson

Boy #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Jack"

Origin: English patronymic surname

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Jackson Rank #35

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #35 for Jackson.

Is Jackson or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Jackson at #35 in the United States.

What do Jackson and William mean?

Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Jackson and William boy or girl names?

Jackson is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.