Bill vs Gardner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

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Boy #4,644 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"keeper of the garden, gardener"

Origin: Old French/English

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Bill Rank #4,669

Gardner Rank #4,644

Gardner is more popular, ranked #4644 vs #4669 for Bill.

Is Bill or Gardner more popular?

Gardner is more popular, ranked #4644 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Bill and Gardner mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Gardner means "keeper of the garden, gardener" (Old French/English origin).

Are Bill and Gardner boy or girl names?

Bill is primarily a boy name. Gardner is primarily a boy name.