👦 Boy Emoji — Official Name
A young boy
About the Name
Boy: A young boy. Often used in contexts related to boy, male, child.
The official Unicode name for 👦 is "Boy". This name is standardised by the Unicode Consortium and is consistent across all platforms. The shortcode :boy: is the common alias used in Slack, GitHub, and Discord.
Examples
- "Just finished my workout! 👦" — showing accomplishment
- "This is boy 👦" — expressing a young boy
- Pair with other emojis to enhance meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 👦 Boy Emoji mean?
Boy: A young boy. Often used in contexts related to boy, male, child.
What is the Unicode for 👦?
The Unicode code point for Boy Emoji is U+1F466. It was added in Unicode version 6.0.
What is the shortcode for 👦 Boy Emoji?
The shortcode for Boy Emoji is :boy:. You can use this in platforms like Slack, GitHub, and Discord.
How do I copy and paste 👦?
Click the "Copy" button on this page to instantly copy 👦 Boy Emoji to your clipboard. You can then paste it anywhere — texts, emails, social media, or documents.
What category is the 👦 emoji in?
The Boy Emoji (👦) belongs to the "People & Body" emoji category, specifically the "person" subcategory.
Does 👦 look different on iPhone vs Android?
Yes — Boy Emoji can look slightly different across platforms. Apple, Google, Samsung, Twitter, and Facebook each design their own emoji sets, so the visual style may vary while the meaning remains the same.