Stanley vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stanley

Boy #877 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stony meadow"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Stanley Rank #877

Billy Rank #1,051

Stanley is more popular, ranked #877 vs #1051 for Billy.

Is Stanley or Billy more popular?

Stanley is more popular, ranked #877 compared to Billy at #1051 in the United States.

What do Stanley and Billy mean?

Stanley means "stony meadow" (Old English origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Stanley and Billy boy or girl names?

Stanley is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.