Billye
Below 5 births
Below 5 births
About Billye
Billye is an uncommon feminine name that originated as a creative spelling variant of Billie, which itself is a feminine form of Bill or William. The name William comes from Germanic origins meaning 'resolute protector' or 'determined guardian.' The distinctive 'ye' ending gives Billye a quaint, vintage charm. This spelling variation was most popular in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in southern states. Today, Billye is considered rare, giving it a unique quality that appeals to parents looking for uncommon names with familiar sounds. The name carries connotations of a friendly, approachable personality with a touch of southern charm.
Billye is also given to boys.
Pronounced BIL-ee.
As of October 2026, Billye ranked #4097 for boys in US births in 1962 and #12615 for girls in US births in 2003 SSA, peaked at #2627 for boys in 1930 and #556 for girls in 1930.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |