Buffy Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationBUH-fee / /ˈbʌfi/

English; diminutive of Elizabeth

Meaning

Diminutive of Elizabeth: God is my oath

Historical & Cultural Background

Buffy is often considered a modern diminutive of Elizabeth, which has been popular in English-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with a playful or affectionate tone. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly recognized as a feminine name.

Trend Summary

The name Buffy has seen limited popularity and is not commonly used in recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Biff
  • Bubba

International Variants

Famous people named Buffy

Fictional characters named Buffy

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Buffy was first seen in the United States in 1971. Buffy has ranked as high as #1116 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Buffy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Buffy

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19716