Billie
Billie is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Resolute protector or strong-willed warrior.
Origin and history
Billie originated as a feminine diminutive of Bill or William, derived from the Germanic name Wilhelm meaning 'resolute protector'. It became popular as an independent given name for girls in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century. Recently, it has seen a revival in contemporary American naming trends.
Popularity in the United States
103,663 babies in the United States have been named Billie since 1880. It ranks #367 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #809.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.6 %)
- OK (6.9 %)
- TN (5.4 %)
- CA (4.7 %)
- KY (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 34 |
| 1890-1900 | 233 |
| 1900-1910 | 988 |
| 1910-1920 | 4,357 |
| 1920-1930 | 18,471 |
| 1930-1940 | 23,297 |
| 1940-1950 | 16,371 |
| 1950-1960 | 11,638 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,665 |
| 1970-1980 | 9,976 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,310 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,141 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,084 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,158 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,940 |
Famous people named Billie
- Billie Holiday: Singer, Songwriter
- Billie Jean King: Tennis Player, Activist
- Billie Eilish: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Billie began as a diminutive form of William or Bill before establishing itself as an independent feminine name.
- The name peaked in U.S. usage during the 1920s and 1930s before experiencing a modern resurgence.