Boys name · Kansas
William in Kansas
William was the 8th most popular boys name in Kansas in 2025, with 121 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Kansas families have named 37,865 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Kansas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 104 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 615 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 462 | 7th |
| 1959 | 483 | 9th |
| 1976 | 228 | 15th |
| 1992 | 165 | 26th |
| 2009 | 190 | 2nd |
| 2025 | 121 | 8th |
Its rank among boys names in Kansas fell from 2nd in 1910 to 8th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Kansas in a single year was 726, in 1924. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2014.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Kansas?
William was the 8th most popular boys name in Kansas in 2025, with 121 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Kansas families have named 37,865 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Kansas?
In 2025, 121 babies were named William in Kansas. The most babies named William in Kansas in a single year was 726, in 1924.
What is the rank of William in Kansas?
William ranked 8th among boys names in Kansas in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2014.
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.