Billie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Billie is derived from the name William, which means 'resolute protector.' It evolved from Germanic roots through Old French into its modern forms. It is often seen as a diminutive and has gained popularity as a unisex name in contemporary culture. While it has no biblical relevance, it is associated with notable figures, enhancing its cultural significance.
The name Billie is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Billie has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Billie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 234th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 179th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 492nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 720th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1409th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4536th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8635th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 202nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 122nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 252nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 288th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 642nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1679th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1204th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Billie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Billie"
Pronunciation
/ˈbɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Billie is a diminutive form of the name William, which has Germanic origins meaning 'resolute protector.'
Meaning
resolute protector
Language Evolution
Wilhelm (Old High German), William (Old French), Bill (Anglicized short form of William), Billie (diminutive form)
Historical Usage
The name Billie gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly as a unisex name, often associated with the rise of various cultural icons.
Variants & Derivatives
Bill, William, Will, Willa
Modern Popularity & Image
Billie is currently viewed as a trendy and playful name, popular among younger generations, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Billie Holiday, Billie Eilish, Billie Jean King
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Billie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Billie"
"Billie" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 234th of 7545 | 8,647 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 179th of 6773 | 14,939 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 492nd of 7552 | 4,363 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 720th of 10718 | 2,073 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1409th of 16616 | 948 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4536th of 24088 | 300 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8635th of 23106 | 98 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 202nd of 9107 | 17,772 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 122nd of 9204 | 39,446 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 252nd of 12526 | 21,555 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 288th of 19264 | 14,716 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 642nd of 27321 | 5,064 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1679th of 35406 | 1,919 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1204th of 30306 | 2,437 |
Regional Popularity of "Billie" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
17.80% 252nd/1416 |
53.15% 733rd/1379 |
6.26% 148th/2366 |
29.95% 342nd/1142 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
13.91% 215th/1546 |
65.87% 1025th/1556 |
4.76% 112th/2353 |
21.98% 340th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
20.34% 453rd/2227 |
42.96% 1044th/2430 |
13.99% 399th/2853 |
23.57% 654th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.43% 600th/2937 |
31.58% 1100th/3483 |
18.96% 667th/3518 |
21.96% 888th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.36% 1340th/3685 |
51.26% 2294th/4475 |
29.51% 1533rd/5194 |
30.90% 1952nd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Billie" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
16.95% 240th/1416 |
40.32% 556th/1379 |
5.37% 127th/2366 |
14.36% 164th/1142 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
11.51% 178th/1546 |
28.47% 443rd/1556 |
2.12% 50th/2353 |
8.73% 135th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
11.94% 266th/2227 |
19.75% 480th/2430 |
6.48% 185th/2853 |
10.02% 278th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
8.55% 251st/2937 |
10.11% 352nd/3483 |
7.16% 252nd/3518 |
9.17% 371st/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
14.57% 537th/3685 |
18.57% 831st/4475 |
10.69% 555th/5194 |
16.24% 1026th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.49% 1672nd/4582 |
39.31% 2030th/5164 |
25.68% 1878th/7313 |
23.78% 1775th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.03% 1276th/3984 |
30.09% 1350th/4487 |
19.76% 1348th/6822 |
15.49% 972nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Billie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Billie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.