Bill vs Quill

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

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Boy #3,125 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"writing feather, quill pen"

Origin: Middle English

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Bill Rank #4,669

Quill Rank #3,125

Quill is more popular, ranked #3125 vs #4669 for Bill.

Is Bill or Quill more popular?

Quill is more popular, ranked #3125 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Bill and Quill mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Quill means "writing feather, quill pen" (Middle English origin).

Are Bill and Quill boy or girl names?

Bill is primarily a boy name. Quill is primarily a boy name.