Willliam
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Willliam first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 254 babies have been named Willliam in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Willliam is past its peak , currently ranked #20,467 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,467
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Willliam
Willliam is a boy name .
Willliam is currently ranked #20,467 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Willliam include Wil, Will, Willy, Willie, Willl, Willly, Willlie, Iam, Iamy, Iamie, Wiy, and Wiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Willliam include William, Will, Willie, Williams, Willem . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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