Joe vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joe

Boy #883 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God will increase, God will add"

Origin: Hebrew Yosef

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Joe Rank #883

Billy Rank #1,051

Joe is more popular, ranked #883 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Joe or Billy more popular?

Joe is more popular, ranked #883 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Joe and Billy mean?

Joe means "God will increase, God will add" (Hebrew Yosef origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Joe and Billy boy or girl names?

Joe is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.