Ericson vs Wiliam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wiliam

Boy #6,634 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, determined guardian"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

Cultural Roots

English American French German Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,634
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Will, Willie, Bill

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ericson Rank #6,814
Wiliam Rank #6,634

Wiliam is more popular, ranked #6634 vs #6814 for Ericson.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ericson ___

No pairings available yet.

Wiliam ___

  • Wiliam James
  • Wiliam Thomas
  • Wiliam Henry
  • Wiliam Alexander
  • Wiliam Joseph
  • Wiliam Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ericson

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If you choose Wiliam

Henry George Charlotte Eleanor Catherine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ericson or Wiliam more popular?

Wiliam is more popular, ranked #6634 compared to Ericson at #6814 in the United States.

What do Ericson and Wiliam mean?

Wiliam means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Old High German Willahelm origin).

Are Ericson and Wiliam boy or girl names?

Ericson is primarily a boy name. Wiliam is primarily a boy name.

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