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Clint 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

Clint Rank #2,460
Cy Rank #2,349

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2460 for Clint.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clint or Cy more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Clint at #2460 in the United States.

What do Clint and Cy mean?

Clint means "rocky hill settlement" (Old English origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Clint and Cy boy or girl names?

Clint is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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