Harlem vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harlem

Boy #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Harlem Rank #1,015

Billy Rank #1,051

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Harlem or Billy more popular?

Harlem is more popular, ranked #1015 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Harlem and Billy mean?

Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Harlem and Billy boy or girl names?

Harlem is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.