Billy vs Emory

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 #886 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"power, strength, ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Billy Rank #1,051

Emory Rank #886

Emory is more popular, ranked #886 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Billy or Emory more popular?

Emory is more popular, ranked #886 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Billy and Emory mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Billy and Emory boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Emory is primarily a boy name.