Williams vs Gareth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Williams

Boy #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Welsh

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Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh English British

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Williams Rank #2,530

Gareth Rank #2,658

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 vs #2658 for Gareth.

Is Williams or Gareth more popular?

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 compared to Gareth at #2658 in the United States.

What do Williams and Gareth mean?

Williams means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin).

Are Williams and Gareth boy or girl names?

Williams is primarily a boy name. Gareth is primarily a boy name.