Tuff Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTUFF / /tʌf/English; Scandinavian
Meaning
strong; tough
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Tuff is derived from the word 'tough,' often used to describe resilience and strength. In Scandinavian contexts, it may relate to the Old Norse word 'tuf,' meaning a small hill or mound, symbolizing stability.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Tuffe
- Tuffin
International Variants
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Famous people named Tuff
Tuff Hedeman — professional bull rider.
Tuff Gong — nickname of Bob Marley.
Fictional characters named Tuff
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tuff was first seen in the United States in 1995. Tuff has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, Oklahoma, Utah, Indiana, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Tuff has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tuff (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 37 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 48 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2020 | 57 |
| 2021 | 46 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 39 |