Billy vs Neo

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 #972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"new"

Origin: Greek neos

American European African Setswana

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Billy Rank #1,051

Neo Rank #972

Neo is more popular, ranked #972 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Billy or Neo more popular?

Neo is more popular, ranked #972 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Billy and Neo mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Neo means "new" (Greek neos origin).

Are Billy and Neo boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Neo is primarily a boy name.