William vs Berg

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10
Total SSA Count
10,596
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

William Rank #10
Berg Rank #21,697

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Berg more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do William and Berg mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin).

Are William and Berg boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Berg is primarily a boy name.

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