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Cy vs Dream

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
Dream Rank #2,236

Dream is more popular, ranked #2236 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Dream more popular?

Dream is more popular, ranked #2236 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Cy and Dream mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Dream means "vision during sleep, aspiration" (Old English/Norse origin).

Are Cy and Dream boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Dream is primarily a boy name.

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