Oliver vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oliver

Boy #3 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Oliver Rank #3

William Rank #10

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #10 for William.

Is Oliver or William more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to William at #10 in the United States.

What do Oliver and William mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Oliver and William boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.