Boys name · New Mexico
William in New Mexico
William was the 29th most popular boys name in New Mexico in 2025, with 39 babies named William that year. Since 1910, New Mexico families have named 12,139 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in New Mexico, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 17 | 10th |
| 1926 | 77 | 9th |
| 1943 | 121 | 7th |
| 1959 | 237 | 8th |
| 1976 | 107 | 16th |
| 1992 | 106 | 25th |
| 2009 | 82 | 25th |
| 2025 | 39 | 29th |
Its rank among boys names in New Mexico fell from 10th in 1910 to 29th in 2025.
The most babies named William in New Mexico in a single year was 279, in 1953. Its best showing was 4th among boys names in 1915.
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 Mexico?
William was the 29th most popular boys name in New Mexico in 2025, with 39 babies named William that year. Since 1910, New Mexico families have named 12,139 babies William.
How many babies are named William in New Mexico?
In 2025, 39 babies were named William in New Mexico. The most babies named William in New Mexico in a single year was 279, in 1953.
What is the rank of William in New Mexico?
William ranked 29th among boys names in New Mexico in 2025. Its best showing was 4th among boys names in 1915.
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.