Jameson vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jameson

Boy #118 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of James"

Origin: English

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Jameson Rank #118

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #118 for Jameson.

Is Jameson or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Jameson at #118 in the United States.

What do Jameson and William mean?

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

Are Jameson and William boy or girl names?

Jameson is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.