Larry vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larry

Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Larry Rank #1,070

Billy Rank #1,051

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1070 for Larry.

Is Larry or Billy more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Larry at #1070 in the United States.

What do Larry and Billy mean?

Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Larry and Billy boy or girl names?

Larry is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.