Buffy Name Meaning
The name Buffy comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Buffy below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Buffy Name Meaning
EnglishDiminutive of ELIZABETH, from a child's pronunciation of the final syllable. It is now associated with the main character from the television series 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' (1997-2003).
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