Guy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Guy is listed in our database as a boy name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “A name derived from the Hebrew 'goy', meaning Gentile. Also a colloquial term used to refer to a man”.

Guy Name at a Glance

Name Guy
Meaning A name derived from the Hebrew 'goy', meaning Gentile. Also a colloquial term used to refer to a man.
Origin English
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Guy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Guy means “A name derived from the Hebrew 'goy', meaning Gentile. Also a colloquial term used to refer to a man”. 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.

Guy Name Origin

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

Is Guy a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Guy

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