Boys name · Arkansas
William in Arkansas
William was the 8th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 125 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Arkansas families have named 49,811 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Arkansas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 203 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 851 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 692 | 5th |
| 1959 | 425 | 7th |
| 1976 | 270 | 9th |
| 1992 | 273 | 10th |
| 2009 | 220 | 1st |
| 2025 | 125 | 8th |
Its rank among boys names in Arkansas fell from 2nd in 1910 to 8th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Arkansas in a single year was 946, in 1925. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2006.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Arkansas?
William was the 8th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 125 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Arkansas families have named 49,811 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Arkansas?
In 2025, 125 babies were named William in Arkansas. The most babies named William in Arkansas in a single year was 946, in 1925.
What is the rank of William in Arkansas?
William ranked 8th among boys names in Arkansas in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2006.
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.