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Handy

Female

« Handy is an uncommon American given name derived from the Middle English word 'handi', meaning 'skilled' or 'dexterous'. It was originally an occupational surname for craftsmen before being adopted as a given name in the 20th century. »

#70613 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Handy is an uncommon given name of American origin, derived from the English surname Handy, which itself comes from the Middle English word 'handi', meaning 'skilled' or 'dexterous'. The surname was likely bestowed as an occupational name for a craftsman or artisan who worked with their hands. While there is no specific historical figure associated with the name Handy, its use as a given name is believed to have originated in the United States during the 20th century. Today, it remains relatively rare, but can be found among both boys and girls.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Handy since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
2000
5 births
in 2000
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years