Bill vs Gil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

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Boy #4,030 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"joy, happiness"

Origin: Hebrew

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Bill Rank #4,669

Gil Rank #4,030

Gil is more popular, ranked #4030 vs #4669 for Bill.

Is Bill or Gil more popular?

Gil is more popular, ranked #4030 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Bill and Gil mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Gil means "joy, happiness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bill and Gil boy or girl names?

Bill is primarily a boy name. Gil is primarily a boy name.