Logan vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Logan

Boy #46 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little hollow; from the little hollow place"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #46
Total SSA Count: 6,267
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

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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

Logan Rank #46

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #46 for Logan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Logan or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Logan at #46 in the United States.

What do Logan and William mean?

Logan means "Little hollow; from the little hollow place" (Scottish Gaelic origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Logan and William boy or girl names?

Logan is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.

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