Boy Name
Billy
"Resolute protector; a diminutive of William meaning 'will' combined with 'helmet' in Germanic tradition."
Ranked #1047 for boys
About the Name Billy
Meaning
Resolute protector; a diminutive of William meaning 'will' combined with 'helmet' in Germanic tradition.
Origin
EnglishGender
Boy
First Letter
BBoy Rank
#1047
Girl Rank
#8009
Billy is a boy name of English origin. The name means "Resolute protector; a diminutive of William meaning 'will' combined with 'helmet' in Germanic tradition." and Currently ranked #1047 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with B or explore other English names.
Popularity Over Time
#59761 1950
#48954 1960
#33929 1970
#21011 1980
#11071 1990
#5703 2000
#3134 2010
#1103 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Billy
- BJ Billy Joel (musician)
- BC Billy Crystal (actor)