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Cy vs Khylan

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
Khylan Rank #2,209

Khylan is more popular, ranked #2209 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Khylan more popular?

Khylan is more popular, ranked #2209 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Cy and Khylan mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Khylan means "narrow strait, slender (via Kyle)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Cy and Khylan boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Khylan is primarily a boy name.

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