Boys name · Minnesota
William in Minnesota
William was the 7th most popular boys name in Minnesota in 2025, with 226 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Minnesota families have named 53,276 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Minnesota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 67 | 4th |
| 1926 | 695 | 6th |
| 1943 | 759 | 7th |
| 1959 | 699 | 17th |
| 1976 | 238 | 34th |
| 1992 | 278 | 32nd |
| 2009 | 357 | 3rd |
| 2025 | 226 | 7th |
Its rank among boys names in Minnesota fell from 4th in 1910 to 7th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Minnesota in a single year was 933, in 1952. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2013.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Minnesota?
William was the 7th most popular boys name in Minnesota in 2025, with 226 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Minnesota families have named 53,276 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Minnesota?
In 2025, 226 babies were named William in Minnesota. The most babies named William in Minnesota in a single year was 933, in 1952.
What is the rank of William in Minnesota?
William ranked 7th among boys names in Minnesota in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2013.
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.