Dane vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dane

Boy #882 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from Denmark, a Dane"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Dane Rank #882

Billy Rank #1,051

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Dane or Billy more popular?

Dane is more popular, ranked #882 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Dane and Billy mean?

Dane means "from Denmark, a Dane" (Old English origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Dane and Billy boy or girl names?

Dane is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.