Buff, of English origin, is an unusual yet distinctive given name. It is derived from the Old French word 'buf', which means 'buffalo'. The name was initially used as a nickname for someone who had qualities associated with the buffalo, such as strength and endurance. In some cases, it may have been used as a pet form of names like Buffalo orBuford. Today, Buff is rarely encountered, contributing to its uniqueness.
The name Buff experienced fluctuations in popularity during the years 1953 to 1961, with peaks in 1955 and 1956 when there were seven births each year. The total number of babies named Buff during this period was thirty-one.