Name comparison
Jonathan vs William
William is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.6x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jonathan | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 809,013 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #36 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 9,889 | 1 in 3,818 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 809,013 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
William has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 809k for Jonathan - a ratio of about 2.6x.
Jonathan originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jonathan or William more popular?
William is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,095,404 estimated living bearers compared to 809,013 for Jonathan. That is roughly 2.6x more bearers of William.
What is the difference in origin between Jonathan and William?
Jonathan originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Jonathan and William used for the same gender?
Both Jonathan and William are predominantly used as male names.
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