Wlliam
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Wlliam first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 79 babies have been named Wlliam in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Wlliam is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,792 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #11,792
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Wlliam
Wlliam is a boy name .
Wlliam is currently ranked #11,792 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Wlliam include Wll, Wlli, Wlliy, Wlliie, Wly, Wlie, and Wllkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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