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Coy vs Sidney

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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Popularity Comparison

Coy Rank #1,507
Sidney Rank #1,374

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coy or Sidney more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Coy and Sidney mean?

Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin). Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin).

Are Coy and Sidney boy or girl names?

Coy is primarily a boy name. Sidney is primarily a boy name.

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