Coy vs Lael

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

Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Lael Rank #1,468

Lael is more popular, ranked #1468 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Lael more popular?

Lael is more popular, ranked #1468 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Lael mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Lael means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Coy and Lael boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Lael is primarily a boy name.

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