Boys name · North Dakota
William in North Dakota
William was the 19th most popular boys name in North Dakota in 2025, with 29 babies named William that year. Since 1910, North Dakota families have named 9,566 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in North Dakota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 41 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 166 | 5th |
| 1943 | 134 | 11th |
| 1959 | 95 | 19th |
| 1976 | 51 | 31st |
| 1992 | 21 | 66th |
| 2009 | 26 | 37th |
| 2025 | 29 | 19th |
Its rank among boys names in North Dakota fell from 2nd in 1910 to 19th in 2025.
The most babies named William in North Dakota in a single year was 227, in 1916. 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 North Dakota?
William was the 19th most popular boys name in North Dakota in 2025, with 29 babies named William that year. Since 1910, North Dakota families have named 9,566 babies William.
How many babies are named William in North Dakota?
In 2025, 29 babies were named William in North Dakota. The most babies named William in North Dakota in a single year was 227, in 1916.
What is the rank of William in North Dakota?
William ranked 19th among boys names in North Dakota 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.