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Coy vs Gideon

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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Gideon

Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
1,042
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Gideon mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Coy and Gideon boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.

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