Bill Name Meaning & Origin
/Bill/Name Origin
Derived as a diminutive form of William, with roots in Old Germanic elements meaning 'will, desire' and 'helmet, protection'. It became popular in English-speaking countries as a standalone name.
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American (Anglo-American) 60% -
British (Celtic-English) 30% -
Canadian (Anglo-Canadian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Bill
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Bill in the US (SSA Data):
Bill Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 8
People with this name tend to be: Ambitious, goal-oriented and authoritative.