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Coy vs Cecil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Cecil Rank #1,487

Cecil is more popular, ranked #1487 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Cecil more popular?

Cecil is more popular, ranked #1487 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Cecil mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Cecil means "blind" (Latin origin).

Are Coy and Cecil boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Cecil is primarily a boy name.

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