Xavier vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Xavier

Boy #102 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"savior"

Origin: Spanish

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Xavier Rank #102

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #102 for Xavier.

Is Xavier or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Xavier at #102 in the United States.

What do Xavier and William mean?

Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Xavier and William boy or girl names?

Xavier is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.