Joseph vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joseph

Boy #32 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God will increase, he will add"

Origin: Hebrew Yosef from yasaf

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English French Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #32
Total SSA Count: 7,223
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

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William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #10
Total SSA Count: 10,596
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Joseph Rank #32

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #32 for Joseph.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joseph or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Joseph at #32 in the United States.

What do Joseph and William mean?

Joseph means "God will increase, he will add" (Hebrew Yosef from yasaf origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Joseph and William boy or girl names?

Joseph is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.

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