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Coy vs Floyd

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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Floyd

Boy #2,176 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anglicization of Welsh Llwyd"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,176
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Floyd Rank #2,176

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #2176 for Floyd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Floyd more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Floyd at #2176 in the United States.

What do Coy and Floyd mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Floyd means "anglicization of Welsh Llwyd" (Welsh origin).

Are Coy and Floyd boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Floyd is primarily a boy name.

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