Billy: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ
Add to dictionary

billy

 

[ หˆbษชli ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

name, informal

Billy is often used as a diminutive form of the name William. It is frequently used as an affectionate or familiar term for a boy or man. In some contexts, it can also refer to a character, such as the infamous 'Billy the Kid' from American folklore.

Synonyms

William, bill, will

Examples of usage

  • Billy went to the store.
  • Have you seen Billy lately?
  • Billy the Kid was a famous outlaw.
Context #2 | Noun

animal, goat

In a different context, 'billy' can refer to a male goat, particularly in British English. The term is often used in agriculture and farming to differentiate between male and female goats.

Synonyms

buck, male goat

Examples of usage

  • The farmer has a billy in his herd.
  • We spotted a billy goat on the hill.
  • The billy was very aggressive.

Translations

Translations of the word "billy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น billy

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคฟเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Billy

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Billy

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั–ะปะปั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ billy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ“ใƒชใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Billy

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Billy

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Billy

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋นŒ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠู„ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Billy

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Billy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฏ”ๅˆฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Billy

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Billy

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะ‘ะธะปะปะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Billi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Billy

Word origin

The name Billy is derived from the Old German name Wilhelm, which means 'resolute protector'. It has been used since at least the 13th century and gained popularity over time, especially in English-speaking countries. The informal use of Billy as a nickname for William became prominent in the 16th century. Additionally, the usage of 'billy' to refer to a male goat can be traced back to the early 19th century, particularly in agricultural circles. The word has become ingrained in the English language, reflecting leisure, youth, and a sense of familiarity.