Billy vs Bastian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Billy

Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Boy #1,003 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"venerable, revered"

Origin: Greek

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Billy Rank #1,051

Bastian Rank #1,003

Bastian is more popular, ranked #1003 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Billy or Bastian more popular?

Bastian is more popular, ranked #1003 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Billy and Bastian mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Bastian means "venerable, revered" (Greek origin).

Are Billy and Bastian boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Bastian is primarily a boy name.