Boys name · Washington
William in Washington
William was the 11th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 239 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Washington families have named 48,028 babies William.
Popularity over time
William in Washington, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 62 | 4th |
| 1926 | 431 | 3rd |
| 1943 | 641 | 7th |
| 1959 | 575 | 9th |
| 1976 | 290 | 20th |
| 1992 | 359 | 25th |
| 2009 | 415 | 4th |
| 2025 | 239 | 11th |
Its rank among boys names in Washington fell from 4th in 1910 to 11th in 2025.
The most babies named William in Washington in a single year was 880, in 1951. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, William reached its best rank of #1 in North Carolina (1998). See William in every state →
How popular is William in Washington?
William was the 11th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 239 babies named William that year. Since 1910, Washington families have named 48,028 babies William.
How many babies are named William in Washington?
In 2025, 239 babies were named William in Washington. The most babies named William in Washington in a single year was 880, in 1951.
What is the rank of William in Washington?
William ranked 11th among boys names in Washington in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1911.
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.