Paris vs Williams

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paris

Boy #2,566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"named after the Parisii Gallic tribe"

Origin: Gaulish Celtic

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Boy #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Paris Rank #2,566

Williams Rank #2,530

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 vs #2566 for Paris.

Is Paris or Williams more popular?

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 compared to Paris at #2566 in the United States.

What do Paris and Williams mean?

Paris means "named after the Parisii Gallic tribe" (Gaulish Celtic origin). Williams means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Paris and Williams boy or girl names?

Paris is primarily a boy name. Williams is primarily a boy name.