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Cy vs Broderick

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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Broderick

Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,392
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Cy Rank #2,349
Broderick Rank #2,392

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2392 for Broderick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Broderick more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Broderick at #2392 in the United States.

What do Cy and Broderick mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin).

Are Cy and Broderick boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Broderick is primarily a boy name.

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