Buffey
girl nameBuffey entered the US charts in 1967, peaked at #3894 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1967–2025
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rank today
#3894
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5902 |
| 1970s | #6180 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Buffey are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Buffey alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Buffey in 2025?
- Buffey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Buffey most popular?
- Buffey peaked in 1972, reaching #3894 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Buffey with classmates?
- Buffey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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