Durfey

A French name with cultural significance
French origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1584US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Durfey mean and where does it come from?

Durfey is a name found across French cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Durfey carries the heritage of French tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1584 in 2015 — currently #1584 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Durfey?

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

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

Holding steady — currently #1584 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1584 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#158410stable
2022#158410stable
2021#158410stable
2020#158410stable
2019#158410
💎Durfey 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 Durfey?

Common
DurDuUrfey

Famous people named Durfey

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Durfey (French author)
Durfey immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Durfey (French philosopher)
Durfey carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.
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Durfey (medieval French noble)
Durfey held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Durfey (French author)
Durfey immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Common questions about the name Durfey

What does the name Durfey mean?
Durfey means "A French name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in French 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 Durfey?
Durfey 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 Durfey?
Durfey originates from French tradition. French names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Durfey a common or rare name?
Durfey is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Durfey more of a girl or boy name?
Durfey is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.