Duffy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Duffy Name at a Glance

Name	Duffy
Meaning	Variant of Duff: Dark-skinned.
Origin	Celtic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Duffy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Duffy means “Variant of Duff: Dark-skinned”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Duffy Name Origin

Our database records Duffy under Celtic origin. Browse more Celtic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Duffy a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Duffy is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Duffy

When considering Duffy for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.