What is the origin of the name Buddy?

Buddy is a name of English origin.

How popular is the name Buddy?

In 2023, 29 babies were named Buddy in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Buddy is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 29 ↗

All-Time Total: 22,362

Peak Year: 1935

Buddy is a nickname that originated in America. It is derived from the word "buddy," which means friend or companion.

Boy names closely related to Buddy

Robby Chuck Billy Tommy Bishop Montana Jenson Kannon

Girl names closely related to Buddy

Tristan Tristen Emmarie Presley Kloe Emalee Emerie Destany

Names with similar meaning to Buddy

Dakota Kahlil Khalil Ruth Ruthann Ruthie

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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