Meaning, origin, history
Billie is a gender-neutral name of English origin, derived from the French name William, which means "resolute protection." The name Billie has been used as a unisex given name for centuries but gained significant popularity in the early to mid-20th century. It was often used as a nickname for both boys and girls named after William or Wilhelmina. Today, Billie is still employed as a given name but has also become popular as a surname in English-speaking countries. Some famous individuals with the name Billie include Billie Holiday, an influential jazz singer from the 1930s and 40s, and Billie Jean King, a renowned tennis player who won 39 Grand Slam titles during her career.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Billie since 1880
Total births
31,614
Total since 1880
Peak year
1930
1,474 births
in 2023
8
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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