Boys name · Louisiana
William in Louisiana
William was the 7th most popular boys name in Louisiana in 2025, with 149 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Louisiana families have named 51,713 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Louisiana, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 142 | 6th |
| 1926 | 576 | 5th |
| 1943 | 669 | 6th |
| 1959 | 694 | 9th |
| 1976 | 410 | 12th |
| 1992 | 349 | 17th |
| 2009 | 239 | 7th |
| 2025 | 149 | 7th |
Its rank among boys names in Louisiana fell from 6th in 1910 to 7th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Louisiana in a single year was 829, in 1951. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 2012.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Louisiana?
William was the 7th most popular boys name in Louisiana in 2025, with 149 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Louisiana families have named 51,713 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Louisiana?
In 2025, 149 babies were named William in Louisiana. The most babies named William in Louisiana in a single year was 829, in 1951.
What is the rank of William in Louisiana?
William ranked 7th among boys names in Louisiana in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 2012.
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.