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Cy vs Braiden

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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Popularity Comparison

Cy Rank #2,349
Braiden Rank #2,400

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2400 for Braiden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Braiden more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Braiden at #2400 in the United States.

What do Cy and Braiden mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Braiden means "salmon, descendant of the salmon" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cy and Braiden boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Braiden is primarily a boy name.

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