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Billy

Male

Meaning

Resolute protector

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/ˈbɪli/

Traits associated with the name Billy:

Dogs named Billy tend to be brave, loving, good-natured, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, friendship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Billy?

Naming your dog Billy suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun. It also suggests that you are a creative person who likes to think outside the box.

Is Billy a good dog name?

Billy has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Billy isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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New York City Dog Name Database

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Billy is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Billy was, in the past month, the 191st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Billy is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.

In the past week, Billy was viewed 171 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Billy's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Billy is most adored in New Hampshire, Mississippi and Washington.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Utah and Arkansas.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Billy.

Famous dogs named Billy:

A beagle named Billy featured in the television show Mickey and the Roadster Racers.
A dog named Billy featured in the television show The Busy World of Richard Scarry.