Claudette 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

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Popularity Comparison

Claudette Rank #13,615
William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #13615 for Claudette.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Claudette ___

  • Claudette Marie
  • Claudette Rose
  • Claudette Anne
  • Claudette Louise
  • Claudette Renee
  • Claudette Simone

William ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Claudette

Juliette Colette Paulette Henri Pierre

If you choose William

Charlotte Eleanor Amelia Olivia Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Claudette or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Claudette at #13615 in the United States.

What do Claudette and William mean?

Claudette means "lame, limping" (Latin origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Claudette and William boy or girl names?

Claudette is primarily a girl name. William is primarily a boy name.

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