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Billy vs Perry

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

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Perry

Boy #1,243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pear tree"

Origin: Old English pirige

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,243
Total SSA Count
160
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Billy Rank #1,051
Perry Rank #1,243

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1243 for Perry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Billy or Perry more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Perry at #1243 in the United States.

What do Billy and Perry mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin).

Are Billy and Perry boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Perry is primarily a boy name.

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