Boys name · Texas
William in Texas
William was the 21st most popular boys name in Texas in 2025, with 892 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Texas families have named 185,794 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Texas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 397 | 3rd |
| 1926 | 1,791 | 4th |
| 1943 | 2,049 | 4th |
| 1959 | 2,050 | 8th |
| 1976 | 1,317 | 11th |
| 1992 | 1,553 | 18th |
| 2009 | 1,392 | 19th |
| 2025 | 892 | 21st |
Its rank among boys names in Texas fell from 3rd in 1910 to 21st in 2025.
The most babies named William in Texas in a single year was 2,683, in 1953. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1913.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Texas?
William was the 21st most popular boys name in Texas in 2025, with 892 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Texas families have named 185,794 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Texas?
In 2025, 892 babies were named William in Texas. The most babies named William in Texas in a single year was 2,683, in 1953.
What is the rank of William in Texas?
William ranked 21st among boys names in Texas in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1913.
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.