Coy vs Irving

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

Irving

Boy #1,618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green river, fresh water"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Jewish-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,618
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Irving Rank #1,618

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Irving more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Coy and Irving mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Coy and Irving boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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