Mael vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mael

Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

Breton French Welsh Irish

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Mael Rank #1,060

Billy Rank #1,051

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1060 for Mael.

Is Mael or Billy more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Mael at #1060 in the United States.

What do Mael and Billy mean?

Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Mael and Billy boy or girl names?

Mael is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.