Name comparison
Benjamin vs William
William is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.9x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Benjamin | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 711,016 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #47 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 11,252 | 1 in 3,818 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.7%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 711,016 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
William has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 711k for Benjamin - a ratio of about 2.9x.
Benjamin originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Benjamin or William more popular?
William is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,095,404 estimated living bearers compared to 711,016 for Benjamin. That is roughly 2.9x more bearers of William.
What is the difference in origin between Benjamin and William?
Benjamin originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Benjamin and William used for the same gender?
Both Benjamin and William are predominantly used as male names.
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