Billy

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The pet form of William. Infamously known for 19th century American outlaw Billy the Kid, who went by the name Henry McCarty as a child. Peaked in popularity during the 1920s. Actors and musicians alike have enjoyed combining this name with another one syllable name. Occasionally used as a girl's name. , from the name william

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Origin: English; Old German; Teutonic

Gender: Unisex

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Famous Billys: Billy Ray Cyrus (country singer/actor); Billy Bob Thornton (actor); Billy Dee Williams (actor); Billy Gilman (musician); Billy Crystal (actor); Billy Squier (rock musician); Billy Joel; Billy Crudup (actor); Add a Famous Billy

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: Musician Baby Names for Girls; Musician Baby Names for Boys; Names of the 1930s

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