Neil vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Neil Rank #866

Billy Rank #1,051

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Neil or Billy more popular?

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Neil and Billy mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Neil and Billy boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.