Williams vs Knight

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Williams

Boy #2,530 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Germanic

English American Welsh

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Boy #2,701 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"servant, attendant"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Williams Rank #2,530

Knight Rank #2,701

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 vs #2701 for Knight.

Is Williams or Knight more popular?

Williams is more popular, ranked #2530 compared to Knight at #2701 in the United States.

What do Williams and Knight mean?

Williams means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin). Knight means "servant, attendant" (Old English origin).

Are Williams and Knight boy or girl names?

Williams is primarily a boy name. Knight is primarily a boy name.