Cam vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cam

Boy #1,426 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"winding river"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,426
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Coy

Boy #1,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"quiet, calm, reserved"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,507
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cam Rank #1,426
Coy Rank #1,507

Cam is more popular, ranked #1426 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cam or Coy more popular?

Cam is more popular, ranked #1426 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Cam and Coy mean?

Cam means "winding river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Cam and Coy boy or girl names?

Cam is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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