Ploy
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ploy
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 1
The first name Ploy has its roots in Thai and can be directly translated as 'the gemstone' or 'the diamond'.
What does the name Ploy mean?
Ploy is a female first name that comes from Thai. It literally means 'the gemstone' or 'the diamond'. The name is derived from the Thai word phloi (พลอย), which stands for 'jewel', 'gemstone', or 'piece of jewelry'.
Where does the name Ploy come from?
The name Ploy is a Thai female first name, meaning 'the gemstone'. It is based on the Thai term phloi (พลอย), which means 'jewel', 'gemstone', or 'piece of jewelry'. The language is Thai.
How do you pronounce Ploy?
Ploy is pronounced like 'Ploi'.
Popularity
In Germany, Ploy is a rather rare first name. In 2019, it ranked 4,068th among the most common female baby names. Its highest ranking was in 2011, reaching 2,438th place. In the last ten years, Ploy has been chosen as a first name less than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,440th.
Nicknames & pet names
Polli / Polyi
Famous people
- Ploy Chermarn Boonyasak (Thai actress and model)
Frequently asked questions about the name Ploy
Where does the name Ploy come from?
Ploy is a Thai name rooted in the Thai language.
What does the name Ploy mean?
Ploy literally means 'the gemstone' or 'the diamond' and is derived from the Thai word phloi (พลอย), which stands for 'jewel' or 'piece of jewelry'.
How popular is the name Ploy?
The name Ploy is quite common in Thailand, while it is less known in other countries.