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Bill vs Mills

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,669
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Mills

Boy #2,920 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dweller by the mills, mill worker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,920
Total SSA Count
43
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bill Rank #4,669
Mills Rank #2,920

Mills is more popular, ranked #2920 vs #4669 for Bill.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bill or Mills more popular?

Mills is more popular, ranked #2920 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Bill and Mills mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Mills means "dweller by the mills, mill worker" (Old English origin).

Are Bill and Mills boy or girl names?

Bill is primarily a boy name. Mills is primarily a boy name.

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