NAME PROFILE
Buffy
Buffy is often considered a diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath.' The name carries a playful and spirited quality, often associated with strength and resilience. It evokes a sense of adventure and charisma, embodying a character who is both approachable and courageous.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,312 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1971 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1967 |
| Most recent | 1982 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 21%TN — 21%GA — 21%TX — 19%OH — 19%
Notable People
Buffy Summers (Character from *Buffy the Vampire Slayer*) · Buffy Sainte-Marie (Singer-songwriter and activist) · Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Cultural phenomenon and TV show) · Buffy (Character in *The Vampire Diaries*) · Buffy (Name used in various forms of media, including books and movies)
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