Billy vs Jon

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 #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Billy Rank #1,051

Jon Rank #893

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Billy or Jon more popular?

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Billy and Jon mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Billy and Jon boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Jon is primarily a boy name.