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Bud

Pronunciation: [ b-UHD ]

Boy Name #6,573 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Bud is a boy name, recorded for 13 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-UHD.

Parents who love the name Bud often also consider Bulah, Burt, Burton .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #6,573
Total SSA Count: 13

Alternative Spellings

Buddy #3784

Similar Names

Bulah Burt Burton Burl Buford Burr Buster Butler

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bud

Is Bud a boy or girl name?

Bud is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Bud?

Bud is pronounced b-UHD.

How popular is the name Bud?

Bud is currently ranked #6573 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Bud a common or rare name?

Bud is an uncommon name, ranked #6573 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Bud

Bud is a boy name .

Bud is currently ranked #6,573 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Bud include Buddy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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