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Boy vs Bill

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boy

Boy #4,506 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young male, beloved son"

Origin: Filipino

Cultural Roots

Filipino Thai American Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,506
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,669
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Boy Rank #4,506
Bill Rank #4,669

Boy is more popular, ranked #4506 vs #4669 for Bill.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boy or Bill more popular?

Boy is more popular, ranked #4506 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Boy and Bill mean?

Boy means "young male, beloved son" (Filipino origin). Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin).

Are Boy and Bill boy or girl names?

Boy is primarily a boy name. Bill is primarily a boy name.

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