Samuel vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Samuel

Boy #17 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Samuel Rank #17

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #17 for Samuel.

Is Samuel or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Samuel at #17 in the United States.

What do Samuel and William mean?

Samuel means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Samuel and William boy or girl names?

Samuel is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.