William vs Julian

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

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Timothy Ryker Jason Emmanuel

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Julian

Boy #30 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"youthful, downy-bearded"

Origin: Latin Julius family name

Cultural Roots

Latin English German Spanish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #30
Total SSA Count: 7,368
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

William Rank #10

Julian Rank #30

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #30 for Julian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Julian more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Julian at #30 in the United States.

What do William and Julian mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Julian means "youthful, downy-bearded" (Latin Julius family name origin).

Are William and Julian boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Julian is primarily a boy name.

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