Boyd
Boyd comes from the Scottish Gaelic "buidhe," meaning blond or yellow-haired. The name began as a Scottish surname. Boyd was moderately popular in mid-century America, peaking at #245 in 1935. The single syllable is direct, and the "d" ending gives it weight. Boyd is a male name of Scottish Gaelic origin that means "Blond, yellow". Brisk, Scottish, and a little vintage. The name sounds direct. Boyds tend to be steady. US peaked #245 in 1935. Outside top 1000 since 1980s. Well-known people named Boyd include Boyd (Scottish Gaelic name), Boyd (fictional, various), William Boyd (actor). Common variations and related forms of Boyd include Boid (variant), Boyde (variant), Boydie (nickname).