Billie

Girl's name

Billie is a diminutive form of the name Wilhelmina, which is of German origin and means "resolute protection."

Meaning Driven, protection
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 405 Rising
Peak year 1930

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Billie Holiday - Jazz singer known for "Strange Fruit."
  • Billie Jean King - Tennis champion and advocate for equality.
  • Billie Eilish - Grammy-winning singer-songwriter.
  • Billie Piper - Actress known for "Doctor Who" and "Penny Dreadful."
  • Billie Burke - Actress who played Glinda in "The Wizard of Oz."
  • Billie Lourd - Actress in "Star Wars" and "American Horror Story."
  • Billie Dove - Silent film actress and model.
  • Billie Whitelaw - British actress known for stage and film work.
  • Billie Hayes - Actress known for Witchiepoo in "H.R. Pufnstuf."

Sisters for Billie

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Brothers for Billie

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Name Variants

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