Boys name · South Carolina
William in South Carolina
In 2025, 269 babies born in South Carolina were named William, making it the #3 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 84,441.
Popularity over time
William in South Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 281 | #3 |
| 1926 | 1,018 | #3 |
| 1943 | 1,186 | #3 |
| 1959 | 920 | #3 |
| 1976 | 573 | #5 |
| 1992 | 588 | #5 |
| 2009 | 419 | #1 |
| 2025 | 269 | #3 |
Its busiest year in South Carolina was 1947, with 1,289 William births. William's highest rank in South Carolina was #1, set in 1995.
Rank swung between #1 (1995) and #6 (1961) in South Carolina, from #3 in 1910 to #3 in 2025.
Nationally, William's strongest state was North Carolina, where it hit #1 in 1998. See William in every state →
How popular is William in South Carolina?
In 2025, 269 babies born in South Carolina were named William, making it the #3 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 84,441.
How many babies are named William in South Carolina?
In 2025, 269 babies born in South Carolina were named William.
What is the rank of William in South Carolina?
William's 2025 rank among boys names in South Carolina was #3.
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.