Bill
Bill is a diminutive of William, derived from the Germanic name Wilhelm, meaning 'resolute protector' or 'strong-willed warrior.' While traditionally a nickname, Bill has stood independently as a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
#5235 for boys
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce across cultures
- •Often perceived as down-to-earth and unpretentious
- •More common as a nickname than standalone given name on birth certificates
- •Has a friendly, informal quality that works well in professional settings
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Famous People
Bill Gates
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist
Bill Clinton
42nd President of the United States
Bill Murray
Actor and comedian
Bill Nye
Science educator and television host
Statistics
160,474
Total births since 1880
1947
Peak year
Discovery
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