Terry vs Billy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terry

Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #1,051 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old German via Norman French

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Terry Rank #1,187

Billy Rank #1,051

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #1187 for Terry.

Is Terry or Billy more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Terry and Billy mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin).

Are Terry and Billy boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Billy is primarily a boy name.