Coy vs Roan

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

Roan

Boy #1,351 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"little seal"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,351
Total SSA Count
141
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Roan Rank #1,351

Roan is more popular, ranked #1351 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Roan more popular?

Roan is more popular, ranked #1351 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Roan mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Roan means "little seal" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Coy and Roan boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Roan is primarily a boy name.

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