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  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.
Teutonic meaning
The name Guy is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Guy is: warrior.
American meaning
The name Guy is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Guy is: Life.
Latin meaning
The name Guy is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Guy is: Valley.
Hebrew meaning
The name Guy is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Guy is: Guide.
French meaning
The name Guy is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Guy is: Sensible.
Celtic meaning
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.
English meaning
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.
German meaning

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

YearBoy Births
2024111 births
2023111 births
2022127 births
2021118 births
2020130 births
2019172 births
2018139 births
2017156 births
2016140 births
2015153 births
2014156 births
2013149 births
2012142 births
2011141 births
2010157 births
2009146 births

 GUY as a girl

YearGirl Births
19825 births
19765 births
19745 births
19706 births
19685 births
19679 births
19657 births
19639 births
19627 births
196110 births
19607 births
19595 births
19586 births
19579 births
19568 births
19555 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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