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Cy vs Abe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cy

Boy #2,349 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sun, shepherd"

Origin: Old Persian (via Cyrus)

Cultural Roots

American Western Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,349
Total SSA Count
60
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Abe

Boy #2,424 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Jewish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,424
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cy Rank #2,349
Abe Rank #2,424

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2424 for Abe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Abe more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Abe at #2424 in the United States.

What do Cy and Abe mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Abe means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cy and Abe boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Abe is primarily a boy name.

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