Boyd

At a Glance: Name: Boyd – Meaning: blond/fair-haired (uncertain, possibly place-derived) – Origin: Scottish Gaelic (uncertain) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: BOYD

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Boyd is a short, one-syllable name pronounced BOYD, believed to come from Scottish Gaelic. It's often said to mean blond or fair-haired, though some trace it instead to a place name rather than a physical trait. The name has a classic, old-fashioned feel that has quietly carried through generations.

Meaning & Origin of Boyd

Meaning: Blond/fair-haired (uncertain, possibly place-derived).

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (uncertain).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Boyd

Phonetic: BOYD   IPA: /ˈbɔɪd/

Popularity of Boyd

Boyd peaked in 1899, when 53 baby boys were given the name, and has since become far less common — by 2024 it ranked #2207, with just 65 boys named Boyd that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Boyd mean?

Blond/fair-haired (uncertain, possibly place-derived). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Boyd)

How do you pronounce Boyd?

Boyd is pronounced BOYD (IPA: /ˈbɔɪd/).

Is Boyd a popular name right now?

Boyd peaked at #228 in 1899 and is ranked #2207 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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