gender neutral
Randy
shield wolf, house wolf
About Randy
Casual and approachable, this name embodies American informality with good-natured charm. It carries a down-to-earth quality that puts people at ease immediately. The name suggests someone who's easygoing, friendly, and unpretentious—the kind of person everyone wants as a neighbor or teammate. Its familiar sound creates instant connection without the need for formality or explanation. While it peaked in popularity during certain decades, it maintains a timeless, all-American quality that never truly goes out of style. The name suits active, outdoorsy types as well as creative spirits. Parents who choose it often value authenticity, warmth, and genuine connection over status or pretension.
Popularity of the Name Randy
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1935 | #921 | |
| 1936 | #805 | |
| 1937 | #667 | |
| 1938 | #584 | |
| 1939 | #492 | |
| 1940 | #433 | |
| 1941 | #409 | |
| 1942 | #316 | |
| 1943 | #242 | |
| 1944 | #191 | |
| 1945 | #162 | |
| 1946 | #148 | |
| 1947 | #116 | |
| 1948 | #99 | |
| 1949 | #92 | |
| 1950 | #80 | |
| 1951 | #56 | |
| 1952 | #41 | |
| 1953 | #35 | |
| 1954 | #33 | |
| 1955 | #30 | |
| 1956 | #28 | |
| 1957 | #31 | |
| 1958 | #32 | |
| 1959 | #31 | |
| 1960 | #32 | |
| 1961 | #33 | |
| 1962 | #35 | |
| 1963 | #37 | |
| 1964 | #38 | |
| 1965 | #42 | |
| 1966 | #45 | |
| 1967 | #49 | |
| 1968 | #54 | |
| 1969 | #55 | |
| 1970 | #59 | |
| 1971 | #67 | |
| 1972 | #70 | |
| 1973 | #79 | |
| 1974 | #79 | |
| 1975 | #78 | |
| 1976 | #79 | |
| 1977 | #86 | |
| 1978 | #86 | |
| 1979 | #86 | |
| 1980 | #87 | |
| 1981 | #91 | |
| 1982 | #94 | |
| 1983 | #96 | |
| 1984 | #100 | |
| 1985 | #102 | |
| 1986 | #103 | |
| 1987 | #105 | |
| 1988 | #113 | |
| 1989 | #127 | |
| 1990 | #131 | |
| 1991 | #148 | #161 |
| 1992 | #159 | #174 |
| 1993 | #188 | #178 |
| 1994 | #186 | #177 |
| 1995 | #202 | #196 |
| 1996 | #206 | #182 |
| 1997 | #226 | #191 |
| 1998 | #244 | #260 |
| 1999 | #263 | #254 |
| 2000 | #278 | #263 |
| 2001 | #285 | #294 |
| 2002 | #294 | #378 |
| 2003 | #317 | #422 |
| 2004 | #316 | #447 |
| 2005 | #306 | #394 |
| 2006 | #310 | #545 |
| 2007 | #319 | #593 |
| 2008 | #302 | #612 |
| 2009 | #321 | #722 |
| 2010 | #347 | #574 |
| 2011 | #356 | #702 |
| 2012 | #413 | #947 |
| 2013 | #448 | #986 |
| 2014 | #510 | #885 |
| 2015 | #569 | #835 |
| 2016 | #628 | #959 |
| 2017 | #664 | |
| 2018 | #674 | |
| 2019 | #709 | |
| 2020 | #859 | |
| 2021 | #917 | |
| 2022 | #912 | |
| 2023 | #957 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Randy
Names Similar to Randy
Nicknames for Randy
- Ran
- Ray
Famous People Named Randy
| Randy Orton | Professional wrestler |
| Randy Jackson | Musician and television personality |
| Randy Moss | Former professional football player |
| Randy Newman | Singer-songwriter and composer |
| Randy Travis | Country music singer |
| Randy Quaid | Actor |
| Randy Rhoads | Guitarist |
| Randy Savage | Professional wrestler |
| Randy Couture | Former mixed martial artist |
| Randy Johnson | Photographer |
| Randy Brecker | Jazz trumpeter |
| Randy Harrison | Actor |
| Randy Pitchford | Video game executive |
| Randy Wayne | Actor |
| Randy Edelman | Film composer |
| Randy DeBarge | Singer-songwriter |
| Randy Lerner | Businessman and sports team owner |
| Randy Barnes | Former shot putter |
| Randy Fenoli | Fashion designer and television presenter |
Characters Named Randy
| Randy Marsh | South Park character |
| Randy Meeks | Scream film series character |
| Randy Taylor | Home Improvement character |
| Randy Pearson | My Name Is Earl character |
| Randy Wagstaff | The Wire character |
| Randy Hickey | My Name Is Earl character |
| Randy Disher | Monk character |
| Randy Newman | Family Guy character |
| Randy Holt | Degrassi - The Next Generation character |
| Randy "Macho Man" Robinson | The Wrestler character |
| Randy Crenshaw | The Fairly OddParents character |
| Randy Robertson | Spider-Man character |
| Randy Dobson | Big Time Rush character |
| Randy McDermott | Beverly Hills, 90210 character |
| Randy Gettis | Friday Night Lights character |
| Randy "Pink" Floyd | Dazed and Confused character |
| Randy "Duke" Cunningham | The West Wing character |
| Randy Nations | Bicentennial Man character |
| Randy St. Jean | Gossip Girl character |