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Cy vs Jaycob

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
Jaycob Rank #2,408

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2408 for Jaycob.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Jaycob more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Jaycob at #2408 in the United States.

What do Cy and Jaycob mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Jaycob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cy and Jaycob boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Jaycob is primarily a boy name.

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