Billy vs Malie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Bill, Bills

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Popularity Comparison

Billy Rank #1,051
Malie Rank #8,605

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 vs #8605 for Malie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Billy ___

  • Billy Ray
  • Billy Joe
  • Billy Dean
  • Billy James
  • Billy Lee
  • Billy Gene

Malie ___

  • Malie Kai
  • Malie Lani
  • Malie Rose
  • Malie Grace
  • Malie Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Billy

Bobby Tommy Jimmy Johnny Betty

If you choose Malie

Kailani Leia Nalu Kai Moana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Billy or Malie more popular?

Billy is more popular, ranked #1051 compared to Malie at #8605 in the United States.

What do Billy and Malie mean?

Billy means "resolute protector" (Old German via Norman French origin). Malie means "Jasmine flower" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Billy and Malie boy or girl names?

Billy is primarily a boy name. Malie is primarily a girl name.

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