Billy vs Langston

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 #912 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"long stone settlement"

Origin: Old English

English African-American

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Billy Rank #1,051

Langston Rank #912

Langston is more popular, ranked #912 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Billy or Langston more popular?

Langston is more popular, ranked #912 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Billy and Langston mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Langston means "long stone settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Billy and Langston boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Langston is primarily a boy name.