Boys name · Delaware
William in Delaware
William was the 34th most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 21 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Delaware families have named 13,977 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Delaware, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 28 | 1st |
| 1926 | 155 | 1st |
| 1943 | 206 | 1st |
| 1959 | 220 | 6th |
| 1976 | 81 | 9th |
| 1992 | 91 | 13th |
| 2009 | 59 | 6th |
| 2025 | 21 | 34th |
Its rank among boys names in Delaware fell from 1st in 1910 to 34th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Delaware in a single year was 259, in 1958. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Delaware?
William was the 34th most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 21 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Delaware families have named 13,977 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Delaware?
In 2025, 21 babies were named William in Delaware. The most babies named William in Delaware in a single year was 259, in 1958.
What is the rank of William in Delaware?
William ranked 34th among boys names in Delaware in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
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.