Buddy
Meaning of Buddy
Buddy is a popular male name with English origin. It is pronounced as BUH-dee (/ˈbʌdi/). This name has variations, including Bud. Buddy has been used as a given name for boys in the United States since at least the late 19th century. Over the years, it has maintained a moderate level of popularity, consistently ranking within the top 400 names for newborn boys. In recent years, Buddy has been given to approximately 20 to 40 babies per year in the United States. The name Buddy is often associated with qualities such as friendship and companionship, making it a warm and endearing choice for parents looking for a name that conveys a sense of closeness and camaraderie.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BUH-dee (/'bʌdi/)
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Similar Names to Buddy
Notable People Named Buddy
| Buddy Holly, born Charles Hardin Holley, was a pioneering American singer and songwriter in the mid-1950s rock and roll scene, known for his influential style and musical contributions. |
| Buddy Ebsen, also known as Frank "Buddy" Ebsen, was a renowned American actor and dancer with a career spanning seven decades, best known for his roles as Jed Clampett in The Beverly Hillbillies and as the title character in Barnaby Jones. |
| Buddy Rogers, also known as "Nature Boy" Buddy Rogers, was a prominent American professional wrestler whose influence on the sport shaped the careers of future wrestling stars like Ric Flair. |
| Buddy Guy - George "Buddy" Guy is a highly influential American blues guitarist and singer known for his impact on the Chicago blues scene and his influence on numerous legendary guitarists. |
| Paul E. Perschmann, also known as Playboy Buddy Rose, was a well-known American professional wrestler who competed in AWA, WWF, and Pacific Northwest Wrestling. |
| Buddy Hackett was a well-known American actor and comedian, recognized for his roles in The Music Man, It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World, The Love Bug, and as the voice of Scuttle in The Little Mermaid. |
| Buddy Valastro - Bartolo "Buddy" Valastro Jr. is an American baker and reality television personality known for his show Cake Boss and for turning Carlo's Bakery into a baking and restaurant empire. |
| Buddy Dyer - John Hugh "Buddy" Dyer is the longest-serving mayor of Orlando and a member of the Florida Democratic Party. |
| Buddy Wayne Knox was a renowned American singer and songwriter, famous for his 1957 rock hit "Party Doll". |
| Buddy Morrow was an American trombonist and bandleader. |
| Buddy DeSylva - George Gard "Buddy" DeSylva was a prolific American songwriter, film producer, and record executive, known for co-founding Capitol Records and writing numerous popular songs. |
| Buddy Powers - Francis "Buddy" Powers is a former American ice hockey player, coach, and scout known for his coaching roles at Bowling Green and his work as a color commentator. |
| Buddy Bernier - Henry 'Buddy' Bernier, an American lyricist from Watertown, New York, was a prominent figure in the 1940s and 1950s, hailing from a show business family with two sisters, Daisy and Peggy, who were both involved in the entertainment industry. |
| Simmie Sims III, also known as Buddy, is an American rapper, singer, and dancer who is a member of the hip-hop supergroup Zoink Gang and signed to Cool Lil Company and RCA Records. |
| Buddy Bell - David Gus "Buddy" Bell is a former MLB third baseman and manager, currently serving as vice president and senior advisor to the general manager for the Cincinnati Reds. |
