William Worsham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

William Worsham — strong protector
3.7 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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William Worsham 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 Worsham: Charlie Worsham (born 1985), American country music singer and songwriter Del Worsham (born 1970), American NHRA Funny car driver Lauren Worsham (born 1982), American actress and singer Lew Worsham (1917–1990), American golfer 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: Worsham

English

Charlie Worsham (born 1985), American country music singer and songwriter Del Worsham (born 1970), American NHRA Funny car driver Lauren Worsham (born 1982), American actress and singer Lew Worsham (1917–1990), American golfer

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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 Worsham

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 Worsham:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Worsham?
The surname Worsham originates from English. Charlie Worsham (born 1985), American country music singer and songwriter Del Worsham (born 1970), American NHRA Funny car driver Lauren Worsham (born 1982), American actress and singer Lew Worsham (1917–1990), American golfer
What are the origins of the name William Worsham?
The name William Worsham combines two different traditions: the first name William has Germanic roots, while the surname Worsham originates from English.
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