Rowdy Boy

Popularity: #676 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationROW-dee / /ˈraʊ.di/

English; American

Meaning

English: boisterous; American: lively

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Rowdy is primarily of American origin, often associated with a spirited or lively demeanor. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards more unconventional and playful names. Rowdy is sometimes used in contexts related to sports or entertainment, emphasizing a fun-loving personality.

Trend Summary

Rowdy has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.

Similar Names

RandyRustyRudyRory

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Famous people named Rowdy

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Rowdy was first seen in the United States in 1959. Rowdy has ranked as high as #1110 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, Oklahoma, California, Louisiana, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Rowdy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Rowdy (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 42
23%
CA 18
10%
FL 12
7%
TN 11
6%
MO 11
6%
AL 10
5%
MS 10
5%
OK 8
4%
OH 7
4%
ID 7
4%
KY 7
4%
WA 7
4%
GA 6
3%
NC 6
3%
OR 5
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
195922
196027
196129
196245
196338
196439
196540
196629
196727
196836
196938
197036
197131
197226
197335
197423
197524
197621
197724
197823
197938
198029
198122
198228
198327
198442
198546
198651
198738
198836
198936
199044
199141
199245
199360
199465
199551
199648
199760
199870
199952
200072
200170
200268
200365
200483
200579
2006107
2007106
2008140
2009133
2010100
2011127
2012108
2013122
2014138
2015133
2016129
2017120
2018135
2019119
2020167
2021192
2022205
2023217
2024250