Oliver vs Wlliam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oliver

Boy #3 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #3
Total SSA Count: 15,343
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate
Nicknames: Ollie, Oli

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Wlliam

Boy #11,792 Most Popular

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #11,792
Total SSA Count: 8
Nicknames: Wll, Wlli, Wlliy

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Popularity Comparison

Oliver Rank #3

Wlliam Rank #11,792

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #11792 for Wlliam.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oliver ___

Oliver James
Oliver Thomas
Oliver William
Oliver Henry
Oliver John
Oliver Benjamin

Wlliam ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Wlliam more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Wlliam at #11792 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Wlliam mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Oliver and Wlliam boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Wlliam is primarily a boy name.

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