Bully
A International name with cultural significance
International origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1954US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Bully mean and where does it come from?

Bully is a name found across International cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Bully carries the heritage of International tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1954 in 2015 — currently #1954 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Bully?

Bully works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Bully Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Bully Rose
Floral · soft ending
Bully Mae
Sweet · timeless
Bully Claire
French influence · crisp
Bully Jane
Literary · strong
Bully Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Bully right now?

Holding steady — currently #1954 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1954 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#195410stable
2022#195410stable
2021#195410stable
2020#195410stable
2019#195410
💎Bully is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Bully?

Common
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Common questions about the name Bully

What does the name Bully mean?
Bully means "A International name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in International tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Bully?
Bully is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Bully?
Bully originates from International tradition. International names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Bully a common or rare name?
Bully is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Bully more of a girl or boy name?
Bully is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.