Billy vs Dayton

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 #1,190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright settlement, day town"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Billy Rank #1,051

Dayton Rank #1,190

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1190 for Dayton.

Is Billy or Dayton more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Dayton at #1190 in the United States.

What do Billy and Dayton mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Dayton means "bright settlement, day town" (Old English origin).

Are Billy and Dayton boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Dayton is primarily a boy name.