Name comparison
Sarah vs William
William is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Sarah | William |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 844,346 | 2,095,404 |
| Global rank | #29 | #6 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 9,475 | 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 | 844,346 | 2,095,404 |
How they differ
William has approximately 2.1M living bearers compared to 844k for Sarah - a ratio of about 2.5x.
Sarah originates from unknown origins. William originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sarah or William more popular?
William is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,095,404 estimated living bearers compared to 844,346 for Sarah. That is roughly 2.5x more bearers of William.
What is the difference in origin between Sarah and William?
Sarah originates from unknown sources. William originates from unknown sources.
Are Sarah and William used for the same gender?
Sarah is 0.3% male, while William is 99.6% male.
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