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Coby vs Cecil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Coby

Boy #1,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who replaces another"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,590
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Coby Rank #1,590
Cecil Rank #1,487

Cecil is more popular, ranked #1487 vs #1590 for Coby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coby or Cecil more popular?

Cecil is more popular, ranked #1487 compared to Coby at #1590 in the United States.

What do Coby and Cecil mean?

Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin). Cecil means "blind" (Latin origin).

Are Coby and Cecil boy or girl names?

Coby is primarily a boy name. Cecil is primarily a boy name.

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