Boys name · Nebraska
William in Nebraska
William was the 8th most popular boys name in Nebraska in 2025, with 71 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Nebraska families have named 25,037 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Nebraska, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 63 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 411 | 5th |
| 1943 | 327 | 8th |
| 1959 | 288 | 14th |
| 1976 | 119 | 30th |
| 1992 | 86 | 34th |
| 2009 | 122 | 4th |
| 2025 | 71 | 8th |
Its rank among boys names in Nebraska fell from 2nd in 1910 to 8th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Nebraska in a single year was 465, in 1951. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Nebraska?
William was the 8th most popular boys name in Nebraska in 2025, with 71 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Nebraska families have named 25,037 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Nebraska?
In 2025, 71 babies were named William in Nebraska. The most babies named William in Nebraska in a single year was 465, in 1951.
What is the rank of William in Nebraska?
William ranked 8th among boys names in Nebraska in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1910.
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.