Leroy vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leroy

Boy #864 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Leroy Rank #864

Billy Rank #1,051

Leroy is more popular, ranked #864 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Leroy or Billy more popular?

Leroy is more popular, ranked #864 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Leroy and Billy mean?

Leroy means "the king" (Old French origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Leroy and Billy boy or girl names?

Leroy is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.