Coffy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAW-fee / /ˈkɔːfi/English; African American Vernacular
Meaning
Derived from 'coffee'; associated with the color brown.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Coffy is often associated with the beverage coffee, which has cultural significance in various societies. It gained popularity in the 1970s, particularly in African American communities, influenced by the film 'Coffy' starring Pam Grier. The name reflects a trend of using food and drink names as personal names.
Trend Summary
Coffy remains a rare name in the United States, with sporadic usage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Coffy was first seen in the United States in 1973. Coffy has ranked as high as #1065 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Coffy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 8 |