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Coy vs Jet

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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Jet

Boy #1,354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"black gemstone (fossilized wood)"

Origin: Old French/Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,354
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Jet Rank #1,354

Jet is more popular, ranked #1354 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Jet more popular?

Jet is more popular, ranked #1354 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Jet mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Jet means "black gemstone (fossilized wood)" (Old French/Greek origin).

Are Coy and Jet boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Jet is primarily a boy name.

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