Stuffy

Stuffy is an uncommon masculine name that originated as a nickname or diminutive form. It likely developed from the word "stuff" or as a descriptive nickname for someone with a formal or rigid personality. The name may also have evolved from surnames or as a pet form of Stephen or similar names. As a given name, Stuffy remains extremely rare in official records, most often appearing as a nickname or in informal contexts. It gained some recognition through sports figures nicknamed Stuffy, such as baseball player Stuffy McInnis (1890-1960). The name has a somewhat playful, vintage quality that evokes early 20th century America, though it hasn't experienced any significant popularity as a formal given name.

Pronounced STUF-ee.