Name comparison
Karen vs William
William is the more common of the two, with roughly 3.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Karen | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 690,254 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #48 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 11,590 | 1 in 3,818 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.7%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 690,254 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
William has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 690k for Karen - a ratio of about 3.0x.
Karen originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Karen or William more popular?
William is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,095,404 estimated living bearers compared to 690,254 for Karen. That is roughly 3.0x more bearers of William.
What is the difference in origin between Karen and William?
Karen originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Karen and William used for the same gender?
Karen is 0.3% male, while William is 99.6% male.
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