Name comparison · boy names
Waylon vs. William
In 2025, William leads at #9 among U.S. boys' names, with Waylon at #56. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Waylon | William |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Stable |
| 2025 rank | #56 | #9 |
| Babies in 2025 | 5,408 | 10,545 |
| All-time peak | #56 in 2025 | #2 in 1880 |
| Uniqueness score | 14 / 100 | 6 / 100 |
| Strongest state | West Virginia (#1) | Alabama (#2) |