Boys name · Maine
William in Maine
William was the 9th most popular boys name in Maine in 2025, with 43 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Maine families have named 16,137 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Maine, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 29 | 4th |
| 1926 | 171 | 5th |
| 1943 | 245 | 6th |
| 1959 | 239 | 9th |
| 1976 | 94 | 24th |
| 1992 | 78 | 25th |
| 2009 | 70 | 7th |
| 2025 | 43 | 9th |
Its rank among boys names in Maine fell from 4th in 1910 to 9th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Maine in a single year was 302, in 1947. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 2019.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Maine?
William was the 9th most popular boys name in Maine in 2025, with 43 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Maine families have named 16,137 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Maine?
In 2025, 43 babies were named William in Maine. The most babies named William in Maine in a single year was 302, in 1947.
What is the rank of William in Maine?
William ranked 9th among boys names in Maine in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 2019.
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.