Cru vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cru

Boy #1,412 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"cross, crossroads"

Origin: Latin crux

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,412
Total SSA Count
132
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Cru Rank #1,412
Coy Rank #1,507

Cru is more popular, ranked #1412 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cru or Coy more popular?

Cru is more popular, ranked #1412 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Cru and Coy mean?

Cru means "cross, crossroads" (Latin crux origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Cru and Coy boy or girl names?

Cru is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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