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Randy vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Randy

Boy #1,019 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shield wolf, protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,019
Total SSA Count
218
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

25 High Risk

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Randy Rank #1,019
Billy Rank #1,051

Randy is more popular, ranked #1019 vs #1051 for Billy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Randy or Billy more popular?

Randy is more popular, ranked #1019 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Randy and Billy mean?

Randy means "shield wolf, protector" (Germanic origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Randy and Billy boy or girl names?

Randy is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.

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