Bill vs Barnabas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

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Boy #4,616 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of encouragement"

Origin: Aramaic

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Bill Rank #4,669

Barnabas Rank #4,616

Barnabas is more popular, ranked #4616 vs #4669 for Bill.

Is Bill or Barnabas more popular?

Barnabas is more popular, ranked #4616 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Bill and Barnabas mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Barnabas means "son of encouragement" (Aramaic origin).

Are Bill and Barnabas boy or girl names?

Bill is primarily a boy name. Barnabas is primarily a boy name.