William Brundage

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

William Brundage — strong protector
3.7 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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William Brundage is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name William is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Old High German Willahelm, composed of wil (will, desire) and helm (helmet, protection). Introduced to England by William the Conqueror in 1066. The surname Brundage: Amanda Brundage (born 1991), American mixed martial artist Avery Brundage (1887–1975), American sports administrator Cody Brundage (born 1994), American mixed martial artist, husband of Amanda Dave Brundage (born 1964), American professional baseball manager Dewey Brundage (1931–2022), American professional football player Edward J. Brundage (1869–1934), American lawyer and politician Frances Brundage (1854–1937), American illustrator Jackson Brundage (born 2001), American actor James A. William is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 3.7 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name William reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: William

Meaning: strong protector

Germanic

From the Old High German Willahelm, composed of wil (will, desire) and helm (helmet, protection). Introduced to England by William the Conqueror in 1066.

Surname: Brundage

English

Amanda Brundage (born 1991), American mixed martial artist Avery Brundage (1887–1975), American sports administrator Cody Brundage (born 1994), American mixed martial artist, husband of Amanda Dave Brundage (born 1964), American professional baseball manager Dewey Brundage (1931–2022), American professional football player Edward J. Brundage (1869–1934), American lawyer and politician Frances Brundage (1854–1937), American illustrator Jackson Brundage (born 2001), American actor James A.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name William is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name William by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name William has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Will
  • Bill
  • Willy
  • Billy
  • Guillaume
  • Wilhelm
  • Guillermo

Notable People Named William Brundage

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for William Brundage:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name William?
The first name William originates from Germanic. From the Old High German Willahelm, composed of wil (will, desire) and helm (helmet, protection). Introduced to England by William the Conqueror in 1066.
When was William most popular?
The name William reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Brundage?
The surname Brundage originates from English. Amanda Brundage (born 1991), American mixed martial artist Avery Brundage (1887–1975), American sports administrator Cody Brundage (born 1994), American mixed martial artist, husband of Amanda Dave Brundage (born 1964), American professional baseball manager Dewey Brundage (1931–2022), American professional football player Edward J. Brundage (1869–1934), American lawyer and politician Frances Brundage (1854–1937), American illustrator Jackson Brundage (born 2001), American actor James A.
What are the origins of the name William Brundage?
The name William Brundage combines two different traditions: the first name William has Germanic roots, while the surname Brundage originates from English.
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