Wyatt vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wyatt

Boy #38 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave in war"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Wyatt Rank #38

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #38 for Wyatt.

Is Wyatt or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Wyatt at #38 in the United States.

What do Wyatt and William mean?

Wyatt means "brave in war" (Old English origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Wyatt and William boy or girl names?

Wyatt is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.