Budd Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Budd is an Old English name meaning 'friend' or 'messenger'. It evolved from 'Budde' in Old English to its current form in Modern English. The name suggests traits of friendliness and approachability, with no biblical relevance. It has historical roots dating back to the medieval period and saw a rise in popularity in the 19th century. Notable individuals with the name include Budd Boetticher and Budd Schulberg.
The name Budd is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Budd has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Budd' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1589th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1860th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2180th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3976th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9184th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Budd' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Budd"
Pronunciation
/bʌd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Budd is derived from the Old English word 'budde', which means 'a messenger' or 'a friend'. It may also be linked to the word 'budding', reflecting growth or new beginnings.
Meaning
friend, messenger, growth
Language Evolution
Old English: Budde, Middle English: Budde, Modern English: Budd
Historical Usage
The name Budd has been in use since the medieval period, but it gained popularity in the 19th century as surnames began to be used as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Buddy, Buddie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Budd is seen as friendly and approachable, often associated with a youthful or playful demeanor.
Famous People
Budd Boetticher, American film director, Budd Schulberg, American screenwriter and novelist, Budd Abbott, American comedian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Budd"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Budd"
"Budd" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1589th of 7545 | 354 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1860th of 6773 | 278 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2180th of 7552 | 264 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3976th of 10718 | 108 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9184th of 16616 | 41 |
Regional Popularity of "Budd" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
53.73% 741st/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
62.02% 965th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
57.49% 1397th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Budd" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Budd"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Budd" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.