Buck
Buck is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Male deer, male goat, or stag.
Origin and history
Buck is a masculine name derived from an Old English vocabulary word referring to a male deer or goat. Historically used as a nickname or surname, it evolved into a given name in the United States. It remains a steady, traditional choice associated with nature and rugged charm.
Popularity in the United States
6,610 babies in the United States have been named Buck since 1880. It ranks #1488 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1577.
States where it is most popular
- TX (30.2 %)
- CA (15.8 %)
- OK (11.4 %)
- NC (10.6 %)
- GA (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 120 |
| 1890-1900 | 157 |
| 1900-1910 | 272 |
| 1910-1920 | 728 |
| 1920-1930 | 759 |
| 1930-1940 | 653 |
| 1940-1950 | 442 |
| 1950-1960 | 439 |
| 1960-1970 | 473 |
| 1970-1980 | 709 |
| 1980-1990 | 727 |
| 1990-2000 | 264 |
| 2000-2010 | 192 |
| 2010-2019 | 325 |
| 2020-2029 | 350 |
Famous people named Buck
- Buck Owens: Musician, Singer
- Buck Martinez: Baseball Player, Manager
- Buck Leonard: Baseball Player
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Old English 'bucc', meaning a male deer or wild goat.
- Like many short English names, Buck originally functioned as a nickname or occupational surname before becoming an independent given name.