Buffey
Buffey is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,413 in the US, popular nicknames include Buf, Buy, and Bufie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Buffey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 96 babies have been named Buffey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Buffey is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,413 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,413
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Buffey
Buffey is a girl name .
Buffey is currently ranked #35,413 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Buffey include Buf, Buy, Bufie, and Buffie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis