Name comparison
Emily vs William
William is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.7x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Emily | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 788,407 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #38 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,147 | 1 in 3,818 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.8%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 788,407 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
William has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 788k for Emily - a ratio of about 2.7x.
Emily originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Emily or William more popular?
William is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,095,404 estimated living bearers compared to 788,407 for Emily. That is roughly 2.7x more bearers of William.
What is the difference in origin between Emily and William?
Emily originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Emily and William used for the same gender?
Emily is 0.2% male, while William is 99.6% male.
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