Randy

Boy's name

The name Randy is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "rand," meaning "shield" or "rim."

Meaning Wolf shield
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 218 Falling
Peak year 1956

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Randy Travis - Country music singer
  • Randy Johnson - Hall of Fame baseball pitcher
  • Randy Orton - WWE wrestler
  • Randy Moss - NFL wide receiver
  • Randy Newman - Singer-songwriter and composer
  • Randy Rhoads - Guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne
  • Randy Couture - MMA fighter and actor
  • Randy Quaid - Actor
  • Randy Jackson - Music producer and TV personality
  • Randy Pausch - Author and professor

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