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Coy vs Rush

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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Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Rush Rank #1,496

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Rush more popular?

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Rush mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Coy and Rush boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.

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