Boys name · Kentucky
William in Kentucky
William was the 10th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 173 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 106,224 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 301 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 1,653 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 1,474 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 1,231 | 4th |
| 1976 | 725 | 6th |
| 1992 | 527 | 9th |
| 2009 | 409 | 2nd |
| 2025 | 173 | 10th |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky fell from 2nd in 1910 to 10th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Kentucky in a single year was 1,765, in 1924. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Kentucky?
William was the 10th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 173 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 106,224 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Kentucky?
In 2025, 173 babies were named William in Kentucky. The most babies named William in Kentucky in a single year was 1,765, in 1924.
What is the rank of William in Kentucky?
William ranked 10th among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1911.
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.