Wiliam vs Prodigy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiliam

Boy #6,634 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, determined guardian"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

Cultural Roots

English American French German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #6,634
Total SSA Count: 13
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

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Kenric Jerick Stetsen Zia

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Prodigy

Boy #6,621 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"a wonder, an omen"

Origin: Latin prodigium

Cultural Roots

American Contemporary English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #6,621
Total SSA Count: 13
Syllables: 3
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Wiliam Rank #6,634

Prodigy Rank #6,621

Prodigy is more popular, ranked #6621 vs #6634 for Wiliam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wiliam or Prodigy more popular?

Prodigy is more popular, ranked #6621 compared to Wiliam at #6634 in the United States.

What do Wiliam and Prodigy mean?

Wiliam means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Prodigy means "a wonder, an omen" (Latin prodigium origin).

Are Wiliam and Prodigy boy or girl names?

Wiliam is primarily a boy name. Prodigy is primarily a boy name.

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