Tyler vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Tyler Rank #191

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #191 for Tyler.

Is Tyler or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Tyler at #191 in the United States.

What do Tyler and William mean?

Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Tyler and William boy or girl names?

Tyler is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.