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Coy vs Deegan

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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Deegan

Boy #1,678 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of the black-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,678
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Deegan Rank #1,678

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #1678 for Deegan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Deegan more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Deegan at #1678 in the United States.

What do Coy and Deegan mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Deegan means "descendant of the black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Coy and Deegan boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Deegan is primarily a boy name.

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