Billy vs Harlem

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 #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

American African-American Dutch

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Billy Rank #1,051

Harlem Rank #1,015

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Billy or Harlem more popular?

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Billy and Harlem mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin).

Are Billy and Harlem boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Harlem is primarily a boy name.