Boys name · Maryland
William in Maryland
William was the 6th most popular boys name in Maryland in 2025, with 185 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Maryland families have named 82,241 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Maryland, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 174 | 3rd |
| 1926 | 1,000 | 1st |
| 1943 | 1,150 | 4th |
| 1959 | 1,221 | 6th |
| 1976 | 507 | 8th |
| 1992 | 545 | 11th |
| 2009 | 336 | 5th |
| 2025 | 185 | 6th |
Its rank among boys names in Maryland fell from 3rd in 1910 to 6th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Maryland in a single year was 1,362, in 1947. 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 Maryland?
William was the 6th most popular boys name in Maryland in 2025, with 185 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Maryland families have named 82,241 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Maryland?
In 2025, 185 babies were named William in Maryland. The most babies named William in Maryland in a single year was 1,362, in 1947.
What is the rank of William in Maryland?
William ranked 6th among boys names in Maryland 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.