| Code | DS/UK/2440 |
| Name | Bird; Billy (1 January 1899-6 February 1951); British lightweight boxer |
| Variations of Name | William Bird |
| Dates | 1 January 1899-6 February 1951 |
| Gender | Male (cisgender) |
| Place of Birth/Origin | Chelsea, London, England (born) |
| Relationships | Son of George Bird and Catherine Murphy
Sibling of Sonny Bird (boxer)
Spouse of Lillian Elkington |
| Biography | Billy Bird was a British professional boxer who was active from 1920 to 1948 and boxed in the welterweight division. He fought a recorded 356 times in his 28 year-career and was regarded as one of the most active boxers of his time. He holds the record of the most knockouts in any fighting career. |