Boys name · Virginia
William in Virginia
William was the 7th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 358 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 128,158 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 381 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 1,472 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 1,780 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 1,477 | 6th |
| 1976 | 859 | 7th |
| 1992 | 858 | 6th |
| 2009 | 606 | 1st |
| 2025 | 358 | 7th |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia fell from 2nd in 1910 to 7th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Virginia in a single year was 1,988, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2005.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Virginia?
William was the 7th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 358 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 128,158 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Virginia?
In 2025, 358 babies were named William in Virginia. The most babies named William in Virginia in a single year was 1,988, in 1947.
What is the rank of William in Virginia?
William ranked 7th among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2005.
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.