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Brigham vs Cy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Brigham Rank #2,191
Cy Rank #2,349

Brigham is more popular, ranked #2191 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brigham or Cy more popular?

Brigham is more popular, ranked #2191 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Brigham and Cy mean?

Brigham means "bridge homestead" (Old English origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Brigham and Cy boy or girl names?

Brigham is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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