Wiliam vs Joss

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiliam

Boy #6,634 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, determined guardian"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

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Boy #6,599 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one of the Goths"

Origin: Germanic

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Wiliam Rank #6,634

Joss Rank #6,599

Joss is more popular, ranked #6599 vs #6634 for Wiliam.

Is Wiliam or Joss more popular?

Joss is more popular, ranked #6599 compared to Wiliam at #6634 in the United States.

What do Wiliam and Joss mean?

Wiliam means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Joss means "one of the Goths" (Germanic origin).

Are Wiliam and Joss boy or girl names?

Wiliam is primarily a boy name. Joss is primarily a boy name.