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Cy vs Ferris

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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Ferris

Boy #2,466 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man of vigor, strong man"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,466
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cy Rank #2,349
Ferris Rank #2,466

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2466 for Ferris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Ferris more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Ferris at #2466 in the United States.

What do Cy and Ferris mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Ferris means "man of vigor, strong man" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cy and Ferris boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Ferris is primarily a boy name.

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