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Buddy vs Graeme

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graeme

Boy #3,744 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grey home, gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,744
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Buddy Rank #3,784
Graeme Rank #3,744

Graeme is more popular, ranked #3744 vs #3784 for Buddy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buddy or Graeme more popular?

Graeme is more popular, ranked #3744 compared to Buddy at #3784 in the United States.

What do Buddy and Graeme mean?

Buddy means "friend, companion" (American English origin). Graeme means "grey home, gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Buddy and Graeme boy or girl names?

Buddy is primarily a boy name. Graeme is primarily a boy name.

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