Buffy
girl nameBuffy entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #529 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1951–2025
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rank today
#529
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4712 |
| 1960s | #2847 |
| 1970s | #753 |
| 1980s | #4938 |
| 1990s | #8501 |
| 2000s | #15246 |
| 2010s | #11792 |
| 2020s | #12247 |
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Buffy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Buffy 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 Buffy in 2025?
- Buffy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Buffy most popular?
- Buffy peaked in 1972, reaching #529 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Buffy with classmates?
- Buffy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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