Bill Marra

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bill Marra — Greek
168K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bill Marra 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 Marra: Ada Marra (born 1973), Swiss politician Adelia Marra (born 1979), Italian speed skater Andrea Marra (born 1985), Korean American politician and human rights activist Anthony Marra (born 1984), American fiction writer Benjamin Marra (born 1977), American illustrator and comic-book artist Giovanni Marra (1931-2018), Roman Catholic Bishop of Usula Grace Marra (born 1959), American musician Harry Marra (born 1947), American track and field coach Ivna Marra (born 1990), Brazilian female volleyball player Jenny Marra (born 1977), Scottish Labour Party politician Joe Marra (born 1987), American profe. 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: Marra

Scottish

Ada Marra (born 1973), Swiss politician Adelia Marra (born 1979), Italian speed skater Andrea Marra (born 1985), Korean American politician and human rights activist Anthony Marra (born 1984), American fiction writer Benjamin Marra (born 1977), American illustrator and comic-book artist Giovanni Marra (1931-2018), Roman Catholic Bishop of Usula Grace Marra (born 1959), American musician Harry Marra (born 1947), American track and field coach Ivna Marra (born 1990), Brazilian female volleyball player Jenny Marra (born 1977), Scottish Labour Party politician Joe Marra (born 1987), American profe.

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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 Marra

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 Marra:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

11
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Marra?
The surname Marra originates from Scottish. Ada Marra (born 1973), Swiss politician Adelia Marra (born 1979), Italian speed skater Andrea Marra (born 1985), Korean American politician and human rights activist Anthony Marra (born 1984), American fiction writer Benjamin Marra (born 1977), American illustrator and comic-book artist Giovanni Marra (1931-2018), Roman Catholic Bishop of Usula Grace Marra (born 1959), American musician Harry Marra (born 1947), American track and field coach Ivna Marra (born 1990), Brazilian female volleyball player Jenny Marra (born 1977), Scottish Labour Party politician Joe Marra (born 1987), American profe.
What are the origins of the name Bill Marra?
The name Bill Marra combines two different traditions: the first name Bill has Greek roots, while the surname Marra originates from Scottish.
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