Meaning:
Its source is an English expression meaning "Male deer."
Popularity:
The name Buck ranked 1205th in popularity for males of all ages in a sample of the 1990 US Census.
Though this name appears on the 1990 U.S. Census lists, it is used by only a small percentage of the general population.
Teasing Nicknames:
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Roo
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Buckaroo
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Lucky Bucky
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Buckeye
Associations:
When you get a ''bang for your buck,'' you are getting a good deal on something.
To ''buck for'' something means to work hard in hopes of a promotion or other recognition.
'''Buck up'' is an exhortation to persevere and remain cheerful.
''Buck naked'' simply means naked. The ''buck'' is added for emphasis.
''Buck'' is slang for a dollar.
When you ''pass the buck,'' you are evading responsibilities, or avoiding blame for a mistake.
In British slang, ''Buck house'' refers to Buckingham Palace.
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