Boys name · New Jersey
William in New Jersey
William was the 34th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 200 babies named William that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 133,803 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 222 | 3rd |
| 1926 | 1,800 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 1,992 | 3rd |
| 1959 | 2,074 | 6th |
| 1976 | 790 | 11th |
| 1992 | 678 | 20th |
| 2009 | 412 | 17th |
| 2025 | 200 | 34th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey fell from 3rd in 1910 to 34th in 2025.
The most babies named William in New Jersey in a single year was 2,507, in 1947. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1920.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in New Jersey?
William was the 34th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 200 babies named William that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 133,803 babies William.
How many babies are named William in New Jersey?
In 2025, 200 babies were named William in New Jersey. The most babies named William in New Jersey in a single year was 2,507, in 1947.
What is the rank of William in New Jersey?
William ranked 34th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1920.
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.