Brayden vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10
Total SSA Count
10,596
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will, Bill, Billy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brayden Rank #190
William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #190 for Brayden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brayden ___

  • Brayden James
  • Brayden Lee
  • Brayden Cole
  • Brayden Scott
  • Brayden Michael
  • Brayden Ray

William ___

  • William James
  • William Thomas
  • William Henry
  • William Alexander
  • William Edward
  • William Charles

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose William

Charlotte Eleanor Amelia Olivia Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brayden or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Brayden at #190 in the United States.

What do Brayden and William mean?

Brayden means "descendant of Bradán (salmon)" (Irish origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Brayden and William boy or girl names?

Brayden is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.

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