Billy vs Liem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Billy

Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,051
Total SSA Count
210
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Billy Rank #1,051
Liem Rank #5,715

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Billy or Liem more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Billy and Liem mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Billy and Liem boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.

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