Billy vs Howard

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 #1,056 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"high guardian, high watchman"

Origin: Old Norse

English American

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Billy Rank #1,051

Howard Rank #1,056

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1056 for Howard.

Is Billy or Howard more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Howard at #1056 in the United States.

What do Billy and Howard mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Howard means "high guardian, high watchman" (Old Norse origin).

Are Billy and Howard boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Howard is primarily a boy name.