Taffy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Taffy is listed in our database as a boy name of Welsh origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of David: Beloved or friend, from the Hebrew. Sixth century St David (or Dewi) was patron saint of Wales”.

Taffy Name at a Glance

Name Taffy
Meaning Diminutive of David: Beloved or friend, from the Hebrew. Sixth century St David (or Dewi) was patron saint of Wales.
Origin Welsh
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Taffy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Taffy means “Diminutive of David: Beloved or friend, from the Hebrew. Sixth century St David (or Dewi) was patron saint of Wales”. 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.

Taffy Name Origin

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

Is Taffy a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Taffy

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