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Coy vs Coby

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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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

Coy Rank #1,507
Coby Rank #1,590

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #1590 for Coby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Coby more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Coby at #1590 in the United States.

What do Coy and Coby mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin).

Are Coy and Coby boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Coby is primarily a boy name.

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