Billy vs Cory

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 #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Billy Rank #1,051

Cory Rank #1,097

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1097 for Cory.

Is Billy or Cory more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Billy and Cory mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Billy and Cory boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.