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Cy vs Cross

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
Cross Rank #2,439

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2439 for Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Cross more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Cross at #2439 in the United States.

What do Cy and Cross mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Cross means "crossroads, cross" (Old English/Norse origin).

Are Cy and Cross boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Cross is primarily a boy name.

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