Name comparison
Robert vs William
Robert is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Robert | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 2,470,602 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #5 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 3,238 | 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 | 2,470,602 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
Robert has approximately 2.5M living bearers compared to 2.1M for William - a ratio of about 1.2x.
Robert originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Robert or William more popular?
Robert is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,470,602 estimated living bearers compared to 2,095,404 for William. That is roughly 1.2x more bearers of Robert.
What is the difference in origin between Robert and William?
Robert originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Robert and William used for the same gender?
Both Robert and William are predominantly used as male names.
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