Boys name · Alabama
William in Alabama
William was the 2nd most popular boys name in Alabama in 2025, with 331 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Alabama families have named 104,361 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Alabama, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 343 | 3rd |
| 1926 | 1,600 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 1,522 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 1,100 | 4th |
| 1976 | 612 | 6th |
| 1992 | 655 | 4th |
| 2009 | 508 | 1st |
| 2025 | 331 | 2nd |
Its rank among boys names in Alabama climbed from 3rd in 1910 to 2nd in 2025.
The most babies named William in Alabama in a single year was 1,640, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1995.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Alabama?
William was the 2nd most popular boys name in Alabama in 2025, with 331 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Alabama families have named 104,361 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Alabama?
In 2025, 331 babies were named William in Alabama. The most babies named William in Alabama in a single year was 1,640, in 1947.
What is the rank of William in Alabama?
William ranked 2nd among boys names in Alabama in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1995.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.