Bill Yocum

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bill Yocum — Greek
168K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bill Yocum 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 Yocum: Frank A. Yocum, American football player and coach Lewis Yocum, American orthopedic surgeon Matt Yocum (born 1968), American motorsports reporter Seth H. Yocum, American politician Troy Yocum, American Iraq War veteran Vern Yocum, American copyist and librarian for musicians 24021 Yocum, main-belt asteroid Yocum Falls (Clackamas County, Oregon) North Yocum Township, Carroll County, Arkansas South Yocum Township, Carroll County, Arkansas 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: Yocum

English

Frank A. Yocum, American football player and coach Lewis Yocum, American orthopedic surgeon Matt Yocum (born 1968), American motorsports reporter Seth H. Yocum, American politician Troy Yocum, American Iraq War veteran Vern Yocum, American copyist and librarian for musicians 24021 Yocum, main-belt asteroid Yocum Falls (Clackamas County, Oregon) North Yocum Township, Carroll County, Arkansas South Yocum Township, Carroll County, Arkansas

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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 Yocum

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 Yocum:

4
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Yocum?
The surname Yocum originates from English. Frank A. Yocum, American football player and coach Lewis Yocum, American orthopedic surgeon Matt Yocum (born 1968), American motorsports reporter Seth H. Yocum, American politician Troy Yocum, American Iraq War veteran Vern Yocum, American copyist and librarian for musicians 24021 Yocum, main-belt asteroid Yocum Falls (Clackamas County, Oregon) North Yocum Township, Carroll County, Arkansas South Yocum Township, Carroll County, Arkansas
What are the origins of the name Bill Yocum?
The name Bill Yocum combines two different traditions: the first name Bill has Greek roots, while the surname Yocum originates from English.
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