GUY
The meaning of the unisex name Guy is
Details on GUY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Popularity for Boy:
- 3,369th in the USA (top 15%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 17,768th in the USA (bottom 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
111 births
GUY as a BOY in 2024
5 births
GUY as a GIRL in 1982
The meaning(s) of GUY:
The name Guy is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Guy is: warrior.
The name Guy is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Guy is: warrior.
The name Guy is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Guy is: Life.
The name Guy is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Guy is: Valley.
The name Guy is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Guy is: Guide.
The name Guy is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Guy is: Sensible.
The name Guy is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Guy is: A name derived from the Hebrew 'goy', meaning Gentile. Also a colloquial term used to refer to a man.
The name Guy is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Guy is: From the Old German name Wido, meaning wood. Famous bearer: the British Guy Fawkes.
USA SSA birth(s) for GUY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name GUY
GUY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 111 births |
| 2023 | 111 births |
| 2022 | 127 births |
| 2021 | 118 births |
| 2020 | 130 births |
| 2019 | 172 births |
| 2018 | 139 births |
| 2017 | 156 births |
| 2016 | 140 births |
| 2015 | 153 births |
| 2014 | 156 births |
| 2013 | 149 births |
| 2012 | 142 births |
| 2011 | 141 births |
| 2010 | 157 births |
| 2009 | 146 births |
GUY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 5 births |
| 1976 | 5 births |
| 1974 | 5 births |
| 1970 | 6 births |
| 1968 | 5 births |
| 1967 | 9 births |
| 1965 | 7 births |
| 1963 | 9 births |
| 1962 | 7 births |
| 1961 | 10 births |
| 1960 | 7 births |
| 1959 | 5 births |
| 1958 | 6 births |
| 1957 | 9 births |
| 1956 | 8 births |
| 1955 | 5 births |
About the name GUY
**Guy**: A name that resonates with strength and warmth, "Guy" has its roots in the Old French name "Guillaume," which itself derives from the Germanic "Willahelm," meaning "resolute protector." With a history woven through the fabric of medieval Europe, Guy embodies a sense of steadfastness, evoking imagery of knights and chivalry. This name is popular in various cultures, particularly in France and English-speaking countries, where it carries a casual charm and approachable familiarity. In France, it is often associated with a certain joie de vivre, while in the United States and the United Kingdom, it has become synonymous with the everyman—an endearing term for a friend or companion. Symbolically, "Guy" evokes notions of camaraderie and loyalty, making it a delightful choice for a child destined to forge strong connections in life. With its simple yet profound resonance, the name Guy invites a legacy of protection and friendship, a beacon of warmth in a world that often craves connection.
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