Bill vs Sherman

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

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Boy #4,733 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"shearer of woolen cloth, cloth cutter"

Origin: Old English

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Bill Rank #4,669

Sherman Rank #4,733

Bill is more popular, ranked #4669 vs #4733 for Sherman.

Is Bill or Sherman more popular?

Bill is more popular, ranked #4669 compared to Sherman at #4733 in the United States.

What do Bill and Sherman mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Sherman means "shearer of woolen cloth, cloth cutter" (Old English origin).

Are Bill and Sherman boy or girl names?

Bill is primarily a boy name. Sherman is primarily a boy name.