Billie

At a Glance: Name: Billie – Meaning: pet form of William: 'resolute protector' (will/desire + protection) – Origin: Germanic (English nickname) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: BIL-ee

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Billie (pronounced BIL-ee) started life as a pet form of William, carrying that name's meaning of 'resolute protector,' combining the roots for will or desire with protection. It's an English nickname with Germanic roots, and it has a vintage, clean, modern feel — short, familiar, and easy to say. If you're drawn to names with a nickname history behind them, Billie fits that mold.

Meaning & Origin of Billie

Meaning: Pet form of william: 'resolute protector' (will/desire + protection).

Origin: Germanic (English nickname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Billie

Phonetic: BIL-ee   IPA: /ˈbɪli/

Popularity of Billie

Billie hit its high point in 1929, when it ranked #79 with 3,191 babies given the name. By 2024 it had settled much further down the list at #694, with 405 babies — still in use, just far from its late-1920s peak.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Billie mean?

Pet form of william: ‘resolute protector’ (will/desire + protection). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Billie)

How do you pronounce Billie?

Billie is pronounced BIL-ee (IPA: /ˈbɪli/).

Is Billie a popular name right now?

Billie peaked at #79 in 1929 and is ranked #694 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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