Billy vs Gerald

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 #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English Irish American

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Billy Rank #1,051

Gerald Rank #1,168

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Billy or Gerald more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Billy and Gerald mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Billy and Gerald boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.