Billy vs Dash

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 #969 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to run fast, a burst of speed"

Origin: Middle English

American English

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Billy Rank #1,051

Dash Rank #969

Dash is more popular, ranked #969 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Billy or Dash more popular?

Dash is more popular, ranked #969 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Billy and Dash mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Dash means "to run fast, a burst of speed" (Middle English origin).

Are Billy and Dash boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Dash is primarily a boy name.