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William vs Milo

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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Milo

Boy #120 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#120
Total SSA Count
2,988
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

William Rank #10
Milo Rank #120

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #120 for Milo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Milo more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Milo at #120 in the United States.

What do William and Milo mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Milo means "soldier, merciful" (Germanic origin).

Are William and Milo boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Milo is primarily a boy name.

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