Boys name · Iowa
William in Iowa
William was the 14th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 96 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Iowa families have named 44,345 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 94 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 786 | 4th |
| 1943 | 597 | 10th |
| 1959 | 501 | 16th |
| 1976 | 200 | 30th |
| 1992 | 160 | 29th |
| 2009 | 179 | 5th |
| 2025 | 96 | 14th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa fell from 2nd in 1910 to 14th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Iowa in a single year was 864, in 1951. Its best showing was 2nd 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 Iowa?
William was the 14th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 96 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Iowa families have named 44,345 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Iowa?
In 2025, 96 babies were named William in Iowa. The most babies named William in Iowa in a single year was 864, in 1951.
What is the rank of William in Iowa?
William ranked 14th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd 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.