Boys name · Tennessee
William in Tennessee
William was the 6th most popular boys name in Tennessee in 2025, with 374 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Tennessee families have named 121,292 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Tennessee, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 364 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 1,552 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 1,591 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 1,273 | 4th |
| 1976 | 800 | 6th |
| 1992 | 840 | 5th |
| 2009 | 646 | 1st |
| 2025 | 374 | 6th |
Its rank among boys names in Tennessee fell from 2nd in 1910 to 6th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Tennessee in a single year was 1,928, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1994.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Tennessee?
William was the 6th most popular boys name in Tennessee in 2025, with 374 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Tennessee families have named 121,292 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Tennessee?
In 2025, 374 babies were named William in Tennessee. The most babies named William in Tennessee in a single year was 1,928, in 1947.
What is the rank of William in Tennessee?
William ranked 6th among boys names in Tennessee in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1994.
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.