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William vs Estes

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

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Estes

Boy #31,754 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the east, eastern place"

Origin: Old French d'Este

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31,754
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

William Rank #10
Estes Rank #31,754

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #31754 for Estes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Estes more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Estes at #31754 in the United States.

What do William and Estes mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Estes means "from the east, eastern place" (Old French d'Este origin).

Are William and Estes boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Estes is primarily a boy name.

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