Bill
Meaning of Bill
The name Bill, a diminutive of William, has roots in Old German origin, meaning "resolute protector" or "strong-willed warrior." Over the years, Bill has become a classic and timeless name widely recognized in English-speaking countries. Pronounced as /bɪl/, it is often associated with notable figures such as Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, and former U.S. President Bill Clinton. While its popularity has seen fluctuations over the decades, peaking significantly in the mid-20th century, it remains a beloved choice for many parents. In recent years, its usage has declined but continues to be cherished for its strong historical and cultural associations.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as bil (/bɪl/)
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Notable People Named Bill
| Bill Clinton - William Jefferson Clinton, the 42nd president of the United States, was a prominent American politician known for his "Third Way" political philosophy. |
| Bill Russell - William Felton Russell was a legendary American professional basketball player known for his time as center for the Boston Celtics, leading the team to 11 NBA championships during his 13-year career and setting numerous records. |
| William Henry Gates III, known as Bill Gates, is an American businessman, investor, philanthropist, and writer who co-founded Microsoft and played a significant role in the microcomputer revolution. |
| Bill Belichick - William Stephen Belichick is a highly accomplished American football coach, known for his extensive knowledge of the game and numerous coaching records, including the most Super Bowl wins as a head coach. |
| Bill Walton - William Theodore Walton III is a former professional basketball player and American television sportscaster, known for his successful college and NBA career, including leading the Portland Trail Blazers to an NBA championship in 1977 and winning the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award. |
| Bill O'Reilly - William James O'Reilly Jr. is an American conservative commentator, journalist, author, and television host. |
| Bill Murray - William James Murray is an American actor and comedian known for his deadpan delivery in a wide range of film roles, and has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. |
| William Sanford Nye, also known as Bill Nye the Science Guy, is an American mechanical engineer, science communicator, and television presenter famous for his science education television show. |
| Bill Weld - William Floyd Weld is an American attorney, businessman, author, and politician who served as the 68th Governor of Massachusetts and has a background in law and public service. |
| Bill Ackman - William Albert Ackman is an American billionaire hedge fund manager and the founder of Pershing Square Capital Management, known for his activist investor approach and a net worth of $3.5 billion as of June 2023. |
| Bill Watterson - William Boyd Watterson II, the American cartoonist behind the beloved comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, is known for his efforts to elevate newspaper comics as an art form and his decision to end the strip at the height of its popularity. |
| Bill Hader - William Thomas Hader Jr. is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and director, known for his work on Saturday Night Live, where he gained attention for his impressions and playing the character Stefon Meyers on Weekend Update. |
| Bill Sienkiewicz - Boleslav William Felix Robert Sienkiewicz, an American artist, is famous for his work in comic books, including Marvel Comics' New Mutants, Moon Knight, and Elektra: Assassin, and for co-creating the character David Haller / Legion. |
| Bill Withers - William Harrison Withers Jr. was a renowned American singer and songwriter, known for hits like "Ain't No Sunshine," "Lean on Me," and "Lovely Day." |
| Bill Paxton - William Paxton was an American actor and filmmaker known for his roles in films like Aliens, Titanic, and Twister. |
