Billy Shrestha

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Billy Shrestha — English
372K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Billy Shrestha is a name that combines English origins. The first name Billy is a masculine given name of English origin. Billy is a given name. A spelling variant is Billie. Notable people with the name include: Billy & Louie, British contestant on The Voice UK series 13 Billy the Artist (1964–2022), American artist and writer Billy the Axeman (active c. The surname Shrestha: Śrēṣṭha is a Nepalese surname meaning "noble” or "great" in Sanskrit or "warrior" in Nepal Bhasa. Shrestha is one of the eponym surnames used by those belonging to the caste of Shresthas who prior to the unification of modern Nepal formed the ruling and administrative Kshatriya castes in the court of the Malla kings of Nepal. They also counted among them the trading and business Vaishya castes, and were the pre-eminent traders in between Nepal and Tibet. Billy is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 372K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Billy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Billy

English

Billy is a given name. A spelling variant is Billie. Notable people with the name include: Billy & Louie, British contestant on The Voice UK series 13 Billy the Artist (1964–2022), American artist and writer Billy the Axeman (active c.

Surname: Shrestha

Vietnamese

Śrēṣṭha is a Nepalese surname meaning "noble” or "great" in Sanskrit or "warrior" in Nepal Bhasa. Shrestha is one of the eponym surnames used by those belonging to the caste of Shresthas who prior to the unification of modern Nepal formed the ruling and administrative Kshatriya castes in the court of the Malla kings of Nepal. They also counted among them the trading and business Vaishya castes, and were the pre-eminent traders in between Nepal and Tibet.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Billy Shrestha

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 Billy Shrestha:

5
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant 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 Billy?
The first name Billy originates from English. Billy is a given name. A spelling variant is Billie. Notable people with the name include: Billy & Louie, British contestant on The Voice UK series 13 Billy the Artist (1964–2022), American artist and writer Billy the Axeman (active c.
When was Billy most popular?
The name Billy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Shrestha?
The surname Shrestha originates from Vietnamese. Śrēṣṭha is a Nepalese surname meaning "noble” or "great" in Sanskrit or "warrior" in Nepal Bhasa. Shrestha is one of the eponym surnames used by those belonging to the caste of Shresthas who prior to the unification of modern Nepal formed the ruling and administrative Kshatriya castes in the court of the Malla kings of Nepal. They also counted among them the trading and business Vaishya castes, and were the pre-eminent traders in between Nepal and Tibet.
What are the origins of the name Billy Shrestha?
The name Billy Shrestha combines two different traditions: the first name Billy has English roots, while the surname Shrestha originates from Vietnamese.
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