Maxwell vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maxwell

Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

Scottish English American

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

English German French

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Maxwell Rank #182

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Is Maxwell or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Maxwell and William mean?

Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Maxwell and William boy or girl names?

Maxwell is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.