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Billie Eilish Reflects on Childhood Struggles with Her Name in British Vogue

The Grammy-winning artist shares her journey from disliking her name to embracing it as a core part of her identity.

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Billie Eilish walking on the red carpet during the 67th Grammy Awards held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA on February 2, 2025. (Photo by Elyse Jankowski/Sipa USA)(Sipa via AP Images)
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Overview

  • Billie Eilish revealed in a British Vogue interview that she 'absolutely hated' her name growing up, often hearing it described as a boy's name.
  • As a child, she wished for a more traditionally feminine name, such as Violet or Lavender, but has since grown to love her unique name.
  • Eilish explained that her name was a tribute to her grandfather, William, whom she never met, adding a familial significance to her identity.
  • Her perspective began to shift after discovering Billie Piper, the first female Billie she knew, which helped her feel more connected to her name.
  • Now, Eilish considers her name integral to her identity, stating there is no other name that could better represent who she is.