Buck
b(u)-ck
US Popularity:5732
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):German
Meaning:Male deer or goat, stag; A fashionable man
Buck is a boy's name of Old English and Germanic origins. The name is often used as a term for a male goat, deer, and other male animals. However, it has been used as a given name or nickname to signify a robust, fashionable, and spirited young man. So, if your little one is bursting with energy with great style to boot, Buck could be the perfect name to represent them.
Famous People Named Buck
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Buck O'NeilBaseball Player
Buck Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Buck is currently #3798 on The Bump
Boy:Buck is currently #1249 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Buck is currently #5732 in U.S. births
Boy:Buck is currently #1896 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#5732
in 2022
- 624
from 2021
Sources
WordSense Dictionary, buck
Name Doctor, Buck
Behind the Name, Buck, July 2008
Online Etymology Dictionary, buck, October 2022
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