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Boyd vs Cy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boyd

Boy #2,215 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"blond, yellow-haired"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic buidhe

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,215
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Cy

Boy #2,349 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sun, shepherd"

Origin: Old Persian (via Cyrus)

Cultural Roots

American Western Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,349
Total SSA Count
60
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Boyd Rank #2,215
Cy Rank #2,349

Boyd is more popular, ranked #2215 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boyd or Cy more popular?

Boyd is more popular, ranked #2215 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Boyd and Cy mean?

Boyd means "blond, yellow-haired" (Scottish Gaelic buidhe origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Boyd and Cy boy or girl names?

Boyd is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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