Buck

Buck is a male first name of English origin. Translated, the name means both 'the deer' and 'the billy goat'.

What does the name Buck mean?

Buck is a male first name that comes from Old English. It derives from the word 'bucc', which means 'deer', 'billy goat', or 'roe deer'. A common pet form of the name is Bucky.

Where does the name Buck come from?

The name Buck has Old English roots and means 'the deer'. The Old English word 'bucc' stands for deer, billy goat, and roe deer. The name is rooted in the English language.

How do you pronounce Buck?

The pronunciation of Buck is monosyllabic and conveys a powerful effect. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Bak' [bak] or 'Buk' [bʊk]. The compact form ensures an immediate presence, while the hard ending on '-ck' gives the name a clear and sharp contour. This makes Buck appear direct and energetic, concise, and has a distinctive sound effect.

Popularity

Buck is a rather rare first name in Germany. It has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. In the USA, Buck reached its best ranking in 1937 at 697th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 480 times there, leading to a ranking of 1,673 in the ten-year statistics. From 1930 to 2024, it ranks 1,341 in the USA.

Famous people

• Buck Rogers (character from the eponymous comic/series)