Billy vs Cedar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Billy

Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

English American Australian Irish

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Boy #1,203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cedar tree, resinous wood"

Origin: Greek/Semitic

American English Middle Eastern

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Billy Rank #1,051

Cedar Rank #1,203

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1203 for Cedar.

Is Billy or Cedar more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Cedar at #1203 in the United States.

What do Billy and Cedar mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Cedar means "cedar tree, resinous wood" (Greek/Semitic origin).

Are Billy and Cedar boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Cedar is primarily a boy name.