Billy
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!
Billy is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Billy ranks #541 with users of PupNames.com.
- Billy ranks #231 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Billy ranks #274 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Billy is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
In the past week, Billy was viewed 102 times, and liked 5 times.
Most popular breeds named Billy:
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
- German Shepherd
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Maltese
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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.
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March 17, 2023
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