Billy vs Bobby

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 #1,126 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German

English American Irish

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Billy Rank #1,051

Bobby Rank #1,126

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1126 for Bobby.

Is Billy or Bobby more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Bobby at #1126 in the United States.

What do Billy and Bobby mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Bobby means "bright fame" (Old High German origin).

Are Billy and Bobby boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Bobby is primarily a boy name.