The nameWilliams

Williams is a form of William with a final s, used as a first name in France. It was mostly given there in the 1960s and 1970s.

Meaning

Williams comes from William, from the Germanic wil, "will", and helm, "helmet, protection".

Origin

English. In English, Williams is mainly a surname, "son of William".

History

Williams peaked in France around 1970.

Popularity of the name Williams

Williams in France

2127thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1970peak year (110 births)
2,830babies named Williams in France since 1900
055110 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Williams was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 800 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Williams. Its rise began around 1944, and it peaked in 1970. Half of all babies named Williams in France were born before 1975, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.

Variants and related names

Williams in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Williams mean?

Williams comes from William, from the Germanic wil, "will", and helm, "helmet, protection".

What is the origin of the name Williams?

English. In English, Williams is mainly a surname, "son of William".

Is Williams a girl's or a boy's name?

Williams is a boy's name.

What are the variants of the name Williams?

Variants and related names of Williams include William.