Buffy

Meaning of Buffy

Buffy is an English feminine name (pronounced BUH-fee) that originated as a diminutive of Elizabeth and found modest favor in mid-20th-century America. Ohio birth records from 1967 through 1979 show annual counts of ten to twenty-two, with its highest tallies in 1970 and 1972 and its peak rank of 192 in 1976. Though unlikely to top classroom rosters, Buffy’s succinct, upbeat form afforded it a distinct presence. Since the late 1990s, the name has been identified with the television heroine Buffy Summers, noted for her wit and resilience, reinforcing its contemporary appeal. Today, it offers parents a blend of vintage familiarity and pop-culture resonance.