Bill Applewhite

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bill Applewhite — Greek
168K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bill Applewhite is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Bill is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Bill is a masculine given name, generally a short form (hypocorism) of William. It can also be used as the adaptation into English of the popular Greek name Vasilis or Vasileios (Basil), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, probably due to similarity in the sound. The surname Applewhite: Antwan Applewhite (born 1985), American football player Ashton Applewhite (born 1952), American writer and activist Charlie Applewhite (1932–2001), American singer James Applewhite (born 1935), American poet Major Applewhite (born 1978), American football coach Marshall Applewhite (1931–1997), American cult leader Betty Applewhite, Desperate Housewives character Surviving the Applewhites, novel Isaac Applewhite House, historic site Ward-Applewhite-Thompson House, historic site W. H. Applewhite House, historic site Bill is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 168K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Bill reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Bill

Greek

Bill is a masculine given name, generally a short form (hypocorism) of William. It can also be used as the adaptation into English of the popular Greek name Vasilis or Vasileios (Basil), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, probably due to similarity in the sound.

Surname: Applewhite

English

Antwan Applewhite (born 1985), American football player Ashton Applewhite (born 1952), American writer and activist Charlie Applewhite (1932–2001), American singer James Applewhite (born 1935), American poet Major Applewhite (born 1978), American football coach Marshall Applewhite (1931–1997), American cult leader Betty Applewhite, Desperate Housewives character Surviving the Applewhites, novel Isaac Applewhite House, historic site Ward-Applewhite-Thompson House, historic site W. H. Applewhite House, historic site

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Bill is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Bill by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Bill Applewhite

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Bill Applewhite:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Bill?
The first name Bill originates from Greek. Bill is a masculine given name, generally a short form (hypocorism) of William. It can also be used as the adaptation into English of the popular Greek name Vasilis or Vasileios (Basil), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, probably due to similarity in the sound.
When was Bill most popular?
The name Bill reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Applewhite?
The surname Applewhite originates from English. Antwan Applewhite (born 1985), American football player Ashton Applewhite (born 1952), American writer and activist Charlie Applewhite (1932–2001), American singer James Applewhite (born 1935), American poet Major Applewhite (born 1978), American football coach Marshall Applewhite (1931–1997), American cult leader Betty Applewhite, Desperate Housewives character Surviving the Applewhites, novel Isaac Applewhite House, historic site Ward-Applewhite-Thompson House, historic site W. H. Applewhite House, historic site
What are the origins of the name Bill Applewhite?
The name Bill Applewhite combines two different traditions: the first name Bill has Greek roots, while the surname Applewhite originates from English.
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