Kingsley vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kingsley

Boy #986 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"king's meadow, king's clearing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American West Indian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#986
Total SSA Count
228
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Kingsley Rank #986
Billy Rank #1,051

Kingsley is more popular, ranked #986 vs #1051 for Billy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingsley or Billy more popular?

Kingsley is more popular, ranked #986 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Kingsley and Billy mean?

Kingsley means "king's meadow, king's clearing" (Old English origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Kingsley and Billy boy or girl names?

Kingsley is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.

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