Jeffy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEH-fee / /ˈdʒɛfi/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Jeffrey; Hebrew: God's peace
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeffy is often considered a diminutive or nickname for the name Jeffrey, which has roots in Old German. The name Jeffrey itself became popular in English-speaking countries during the Middle Ages. In modern times, Jeffy has emerged as a more informal and playful variation, often used affectionately.
Trend Summary
Jeffy has seen limited popularity in the United States, often used as a nickname rather than a formal name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jeff
- Jeffrey
International Variants
- Jef (Dutch)
- Geoff (English)
- Goffredo (Italian)
Famous people named Jeffy
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeffy was first seen in the United States in 1958. Jeffy has ranked as high as #1113 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jeffy has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeffy
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |