Williams vs Bowden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Williams

Boy #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Welsh

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Boy #2,595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"place at the bow-shaped hill"

Origin: Old English

English Scottish American

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Williams Rank #2,530

Bowden Rank #2,595

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 vs #2595 for Bowden.

Is Williams or Bowden more popular?

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 compared to Bowden at #2595 in the United States.

What do Williams and Bowden mean?

Williams means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Bowden means "place at the bow-shaped hill" (Old English origin).

Are Williams and Bowden boy or girl names?

Williams is primarily a boy name. Bowden is primarily a boy name.