Names that end in y
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Tandy
English, Zulu, Xhosa
"strong, manly; beloved"
Similar in sound but fresher than Brandy or Mandy, Tandy is an upbeat and playful choice that actually has international and ancient roots. As a Zulu and Xhosa name, it may be a variation on Thandie…
Tanery
Tanery is an unusual masculine name with unclear etymological origins, though it may be a modern variation of Tanner, which was traditionally an occupational surname for leather workers. The…
Tanguy
French
"warrior"
his engaging French saint's name, pronounced like tangy, with a hard ' g ,' also has a creative connection to French surrealist painter Yves Tanguy.
Tanny
Tanny is a masculine name that can function as both a standalone name and a diminutive form of names like Tanner, Anthony, or Tanvir. With multiple potential origins, it may derive from the Old…
Tansy
Flower name, from Greek
"immortality"
Tansy is a flower name rarer than Rose, livelier than Lily and a lot less teasable than Pansy. Tansy is a perennial herbaceous plant of the aster family that has clusters of small bright yellow…
Tany
Tany is a versatile name that can be used for both genders, though it appears more frequently as a masculine name in some cultures. It has multiple possible origins: it may be a diminutive of names…
Tanzey
Tanzey is an unusual feminine name with unclear origins, possibly derived from 'Tansy,' which refers to a flowering plant historically used in medicine and cooking. The name may also be a creative…
Tanzy
Tanzy is a whimsical feminine name that likely derives from the herb tansy (Tanacetum vulgare), a flowering plant historically used in cooking and traditional medicine. This connection gives the name…
Tarry
Tarry is an uncommon masculine name with English origins, possibly derived from the Old French name Terry or as a diminutive of names like Tarquin. It could also have emerged as a…
Tashey
Tashey is an uncommon feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly representing a modern variation of Tasha (itself a diminutive of Natasha, with Russian roots meaning 'born on Christmas') or a…
Taubey
Taubey is a feminine name with probable Yiddish origins, likely derived from 'taube' meaning 'dove' in Yiddish and German. This connection gives the name gentle, peaceful associations. Taubey was…
Tavey
Tavey is a masculine name with several possible origins. It may be derived as a diminutive of Octavius, meaning 'eighth,' or it could be related to the surname Tavie. Some connect it to the Hebrew…
Tavy
Tavy is a charming feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the River Tavy in Devon, England, giving it nature-inspired roots. Alternatively, it could be a diminutive of…
Tawney
Tawney is a feminine name derived from the Middle English word "tauny" or "tawny," referring to a yellowish-brown or tan color resembling tanned leather. As a name, it emerged in English-speaking…
Tawny
English word name
"golden brown"
Y-ending color adjectives like Tawny and Rusty are nowhere near as stylish as the more sophisticated Lilacs and Violets.
Tay
English, diminutive of Taylor
"tailor"
Tay is occasionally used on its own, or as a nickname for the now fading Taylor.
Tay
Scottish place-name
This name of the largest river in Scotland, renowned for its salmon fishing, is usually thought of as a nickname for Taylor.
Teddey
Teddey is a masculine name that functions as a variant spelling of Teddy, which originated as a diminutive of Theodore or Edward. Theodore derives from Greek elements meaning 'gift of God,' while…
Teddy
Diminutive of Theodora, Greek
"gift of God"
Cute boyish short forms like Stevie, Scottie, Frankie and Billie are in some ways a relic of the past, when girls were given feminized versions of their father's names, but now, they're back in as…
Teffany
Teffany is an alternative spelling of Tiffany, which originated as a medieval form of the Greek name Theophania, meaning 'manifestation of God.' The name became associated with the eponymous luxury…