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Billy name meaning
First Name
388k
in the U.S.
since 1880
388k
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
4k
in the U.S.
in 2010
4k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Billy mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Billy
User Submitted Origins
English
65%
Hebrew
14%
African
4%
Aramaic
2%
American
2%
Celtic
2%
Slang
2%
Greek
2%
Maori
2%
Indonesian
2%
Native American
2%
User Submitted Meanings
- 2 submissions from Australia and the United States agree the name Billy means "Gift of god" and is of English origin.
- According to a user from New York, U.S., the name Billy means "Nickname for William".
- A submission from Tanzania, United Republic of says the name Billy means "A person who can stay with people's secrets for a long time" and is of African origin.
- A user from New Zealand says the name Billy is of Maori origin and means "Protector".
- A submission from Utah, U.S. says the name Billy means "Resolute protector" and is of English origin.
- According to a user from Texas, U.S., the name Billy is of American origin and means "Protect".
- According to a user from South Carolina, U.S., the name Billy is of Celtic origin and means "Champion".
- A user from Ireland says the name Billy is of Slang origin and means "Pot used while camping".
- A user from Texas, U.S. says the name Billy is of Hebrew origin and means "Rich".
International Interest
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Webster's Unabridged Dictionary
noun Bil"ly
Senses
- A club; esp., a policeman's club. Also called billy club
- [Wool Manuf] A slubbing or roving machine.
Other Dictionary Sources
- Male goat
- A short stout club used primarily by policemen
Wiktionary
- A diminutive of the male given name William.
- (US, nickname) The B-25 twin-engine bomber aircraft used during World War Two, commonly called the "B-25 Mitchell" in honor of U.S. Army General William "Billy" Mitchell.
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Billy was also found in the following language(s): Cebuano and Swedish
Notable Persons Named Billy
Notable Persons Named Billy
Billy Joel
Billy Joel is a rock music, soft rock, piano rock, pop music, and classical music musician. He plays Steinway & Sons, Hammond organ, Baldwin Piano Company, and Minimoog. His most notable accomplishments were from 1965 to present. Billy was given the name William Martin Joel on May 9th, 1949 in The Bronx, New York, U.S.
Billy McFarland
Billy McFarland is a founder and ceo, spling, magnises, (2010-present), and (2013-present). He has been prominent since 2005. Billy was born in 1991 in New York City.
Billy Crudup
Billy Crudup is an actor. He has been prominent since 1994. Billy was given the name William Gaither Crudup on July 8th, 1968 in Manhasset, New York, U.S.
Billy Bob Thornton
Billy Bob Thornton is an actor, filmmaker, singer, songwriter, and musician. His ongoing career started in 1986. Billy was born on August 4th, 1955 in Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States.
Billy Idol
Billy Idol is a punk rock, hard rock, glam rock, dance-rock, new wave music, and post-punk singer-songwriter, musician, and actor. His ongoing career started in 1977. Billy was given the name William Michael Albert Broad on November 30th, 1955 in Stanmore, Middlesex, England. Billy is also known as William Michael Albert Broad.
Billy Zane
Billy Zane is an actor and producer. He has had major accomplishments since 1985. Billy was given the name William George Zane, Jr. on February 24th, 1966 in Chicago. Billy is also known as Bill Zane.
- Billy the KidHorse Rustler
- Billy CorganMusician
- Billy GrahamEvangelism
- Billy Ray CyrusSinger
- Billy ConnollyComedian
- Billy CrystalMusician
- Billy Dee WilliamsActor
- Billy GibbonsMusician
- Billy WilderFilm Director
- Billy BoydActor
- Billy MaysTelevision Direct-response Advertisement Salesman
- Billy Joe Saunders
- Billy EichnerComedian
- Billy PrestonMusician
Notable Persons With the Last Name Billy
Notable Persons With the Last Name Billy
Bonnie 'Prince' Billy
Bonnie 'Prince' Billy is an american folk music, alternative country, and country music musician. His most notable accomplishments were from 1993 to present. Bonnie was given the name William Oldham on December 24th, 1970 in Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. Bonnie is also known as Palace Brothers, Palace Music, and Bonnie 'Prince' Billy.
Chuck Billy
Chuck Billy is a thrash metal and heavy metal music musician. He was most prominent from 1984 to present. Chuck was given the name Charles Billy on June 23rd, 1962 in United States.
Lisa Johnson Billy
Lisa was born on February 21st, 1967 in Purcell, Oklahoma.
Butcher Billy
Lab Ox
Lab Ox is a hip hop music, rhythm, blues, pop music, pop rock, contemporary r&b, and urban contemporary record producer and songwriter. He plays FL Studio and Steinberg Cubase. He was most prominent from 2006 to present. Lab was given the name Darren Billy, Jr. on January 23rd, 1985 in New Orleans. Lab is also known as Darren Phillip Billy Jr..
Uchee Billy
Uchee is also known as Yuchi Billy. He breathed his last breath in 1837.
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Billy | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 36.48% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 13.95% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 2.57% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 40.93% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 2.62% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 3.45% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Billy
People with the last name Billy are most frequently White, African American, or American Indian and Alaska Native
Entire United States
Fun Facts about the name Billy
| #85 | Most Popular Boy Names |
| #3 | Boy Names Unique to the South |
| #11 | Boy Names Unique to the Southeast |