Bill vs Merle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

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Boy #4,664 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"blackbird"

Origin: Old French from Latin merula

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Bill Rank #4,669

Merle Rank #4,664

Merle is more popular, ranked #4664 vs #4669 for Bill.

Is Bill or Merle more popular?

Merle is more popular, ranked #4664 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Bill and Merle mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Merle means "blackbird" (Old French from Latin merula origin).

Are Bill and Merle boy or girl names?

Bill is primarily a boy name. Merle is primarily a boy name.