Bill Malinowski

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bill Malinowski — Greek
168K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bill Malinowski 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 Malinowski: Malinowski (Polish pronunciation: [malʲiˈnɔfskʲi]; feminine: Malinowska; plural: Malinowscy) is a surname of Polish-language origin. It is related to the following surnames: Agnieszka Malinowska, Polish mathematician Andrzej Malinowski (general) (1954–2021), Polish Army general Andrzej Malinowski (born 1947), Polish artist, painter, graphic designer and illustrator Andrzej Malinowski (politician) (born 1947), Polish politician Bronisław Malinowski (1884–1942), Polish-British anthropologist Bronisław Malinowski (athlete) (1951–1981), Polish athlete Donald Malinowski (politician) (1924–2003), Ca. 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: Malinowski

Slavic

Malinowski (Polish pronunciation: [malʲiˈnɔfskʲi]; feminine: Malinowska; plural: Malinowscy) is a surname of Polish-language origin. It is related to the following surnames: Agnieszka Malinowska, Polish mathematician Andrzej Malinowski (general) (1954–2021), Polish Army general Andrzej Malinowski (born 1947), Polish artist, painter, graphic designer and illustrator Andrzej Malinowski (politician) (born 1947), Polish politician Bronisław Malinowski (1884–1942), Polish-British anthropologist Bronisław Malinowski (athlete) (1951–1981), Polish athlete Donald Malinowski (politician) (1924–2003), Ca.

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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 Malinowski

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 Malinowski:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Malinowski?
The surname Malinowski originates from Slavic. Malinowski (Polish pronunciation: [malʲiˈnɔfskʲi]; feminine: Malinowska; plural: Malinowscy) is a surname of Polish-language origin. It is related to the following surnames: Agnieszka Malinowska, Polish mathematician Andrzej Malinowski (general) (1954–2021), Polish Army general Andrzej Malinowski (born 1947), Polish artist, painter, graphic designer and illustrator Andrzej Malinowski (politician) (born 1947), Polish politician Bronisław Malinowski (1884–1942), Polish-British anthropologist Bronisław Malinowski (athlete) (1951–1981), Polish athlete Donald Malinowski (politician) (1924–2003), Ca.
What are the origins of the name Bill Malinowski?
The name Bill Malinowski combines two different traditions: the first name Bill has Greek roots, while the surname Malinowski originates from Slavic.
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