Billy
Pronunciation: [ b-IHL-ee ]
Does Billy flow with your last name?
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Billy
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Billy
4 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Billy
See all →What the Billy report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Billy the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Billy head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Billy actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Billy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,295 babies have been named Billy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Billy is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #8,671 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"dearly loved one"
"heavenly; divine voice"
"young cow, heifer"
"heavenly sky"
"guardian, protector"
Compare Billy with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,671
- Total SSA Count
- 13
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Billy fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Boy Name
Billy is also used as a boy name, ranked #1051.
View Billy as a boy name →Similar Names
See all names like Billy →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Billy with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Billy and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Billy sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →English origin
"dearly loved one"
#8,734 in US
Sanskrit / Hawaiian blend origin
"heavenly; divine voice"
#8,755 in US
Greek damalis origin
"young cow, heifer"
#8,716 in US
Hawaiian-influenced origin
"heavenly sky"
#8,839 in US
Hebrew origin
"guardian, protector"
#8,562 in US
Old English origin
"vision; aspiration; sleeping reverie"
#8,847 in US
Latin origin
"living, vibrant"
#8,709 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Billy's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Billy
Is Billy a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Billy?
How popular is the name Billy?
What are common nicknames for Billy?
Is Billy a common or rare name?
What girl names are similar to Billy?
Are there other spellings for Billy?
About the Name Billy
Billy is a girl name .
Is Billy a boy or girl name? Billy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #8,671 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,051. Billy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Billy is currently ranked #8,671 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Billy include Bil, Biy, Biie, and Bilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Billy include Billie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis