Unisex Name
Randy
ˈɹæn.di
Overview
Gender
masculine & feminine
Origin
Categories
1950s
Baccano characters
baseball players
bass guitarists
country music singers
diminutives
Family Affair characters
Frasier characters
Fringe characters
guitarists
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
67/100
informal100%
common100%
natural80%
wholesome65%
strong120%
strange65%
simple120%
comedic80%
Meaning & Etymology
Randy is a given name, primarily used in the United States and Canada. It is a diminutive form of the names Randall, Randolph, and Miranda. The name is predominantly masculine, though it can also be used as a unisex name. In British English, the name has acquired sexual connotations, which may influence its usage in different cultural contexts.
Etymology
Original Form:
Randall, Randolph, Miranda
Evolution:
Randy evolved as a short form (hypocorism) of the names Randall, Randolph, and Miranda. Over time, it became a standalone given name, particularly popular in North America.
Source:
https://www.behindthename.com/name/randy