Budd Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBudd / bʌdEnglish; Sanskrit
Meaning
English: friend; Sanskrit: one who is wise
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Budd has roots in English, where it is often considered a diminutive of names like Buddy, which means friend. In Sanskrit, Budd is derived from 'buddhi', meaning wisdom or intelligence. The name has been used in various cultures, often reflecting companionship or wisdom. It is less common as a standalone name and is often used informally.
Trend Summary
The name Budd has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often used more informally.
Similar Names
Variants
- Buddy
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Budd was first seen in the United States in 1880. Budd has ranked as high as #876 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Budd has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Budd (1951)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 9 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 18 |
| 1915 | 23 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 23 |
| 1919 | 24 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 34 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 25 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 15 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |