Sven vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sven

Boy #2,624 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"young warrior, young man"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Sven Rank #2,624

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #2624 for Sven.

Is Sven or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Sven at #2624 in the United States.

What do Sven and William mean?

Sven means "young warrior, young man" (Old Norse origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Sven and William boy or girl names?

Sven is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.