Boy

Masculine

Meaning

A young male child or servant.

Etymology

The word comes from Middle English 'boy' and Old English 'boia', possibly from Germanic roots meaning 'brother' or 'boy'. The exact origin is debated among etymologists.

About the Name Boy

Boy is rarely used as a formal given name in modern times, though it appears in historical records and literature. It is more commonly used as a nickname or informal term.

Historical People Named Boy

Boy Blough

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