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Cy vs Boyd

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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Boyd

Boy #2,215 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"blond, yellow-haired"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic buidhe

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,215
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cy Rank #2,349
Boyd Rank #2,215

Boyd is more popular, ranked #2215 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Boyd more popular?

Boyd is more popular, ranked #2215 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Cy and Boyd mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Boyd means "blond, yellow-haired" (Scottish Gaelic buidhe origin).

Are Cy and Boyd boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Boyd is primarily a boy name.

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