Name Profile
Bub
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllable
About Bub
Bub appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1900 through 1959. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 54 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationBub
Syllables1
Nicknames for Bub
Bub is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Bub is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Bub for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Bub had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Bub James
- Bub Alexander
- Bub Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bub mean?
Bub means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Bub a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Bub is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Bub pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Bub.