Bud

Bud: name meaning, origin and popularity

Pronunciation (IPA): /bƌd/

Meaning and origin of Bud

  • A male given name from English.

Etymology

From bud.

How popular is Bud?

12U.S. babies in 2025
#233peak rank (1889)
9,502babies since 1880

Since 1880, 9,502 boys in the U.S. have been named Bud. Its highest rank for boys was #233 in 1889. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Bud FAQ

What does the name Bud mean?

A male given name from English. From bud.

What is the origin of the name Bud?

Bud is listed as a name of English origin.

How popular is the name Bud?

Since 1880, 9,502 boys in the U.S. have been named Bud. Its highest rank for boys was #233 in 1889. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Bud a boy or girl name?

Bud is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 9,502 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.