Willy vs Bill

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Willy

Boy #4,354 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"resolute protector, determined guardian"

Origin: Germanic

English German Dutch American

37 High Risk

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Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

English American Australian

✓ All Clear

Willy Rank #4,354

Bill Rank #4,669

Willy is more popular, ranked #4354 vs #4669 for Bill.

Is Willy or Bill more popular?

Willy is more popular, ranked #4354 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Willy and Bill mean?

Willy means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Germanic origin). Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin).

Are Willy and Bill boy or girl names?

Willy is primarily a boy name. Bill is primarily a boy name.