Bucky Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBUH-kee / /ˈbʌki/English; American
Meaning
Diminutive of Buck, meaning 'male deer' or 'buck' in hunting contexts
Historical & Cultural Background
Bucky is often used as a nickname or diminutive form of the name Buck. The name Buck itself has roots in English, referring to a male deer, and has been used in various contexts, including hunting and nature. The name Bucky gained popularity in the United States, particularly in the 20th century, as a friendly and approachable name for boys.
Trend Summary
Bucky has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with a vintage charm.
Similar Names
Variants
- Buck
- Buckyboy
International Variants
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Famous people named Bucky
Bucky Dent was a professional baseball player known for his time with the New York Yankees.
Bucky Beaver is a character associated with the advertising of a popular toothpaste brand.
Fictional characters named Bucky
Bucky Barnes is a character in the Marvel Comics universe, known as the Winter Soldier.
Bucky O'Hare is the main character in the animated series 'Bucky O'Hare and the Toad Wars'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bucky was first seen in the United States in 1931. Bucky has ranked as high as #1076 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Bucky has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bucky (1977)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 17 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 22 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 28 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 36 |
| 1959 | 24 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 47 |
| 1978 | 46 |
| 1979 | 50 |
| 1980 | 25 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |