Randy
Randy is typically a diminutive of Randall or Randolph, both of which have Old English and Germanic roots meaning 'shield wolf' or 'protector.' It became popular as an independent given name in mid-20th century America.
Current Popularity
#1019 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce
- •Has a distinctly American, mid-century feel
- •Be aware that in British English, 'randy' is slang with sexual connotations
- •Often seen as informal; Randall may be preferred for formal contexts
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Famous People
Randy Jackson
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Randy Moss
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Randy Newman
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Statistics
329,266
Total births since 1880
1956
Peak year
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