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Cy vs Trae

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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Trae

Boy #2,490 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"three, third-born"

Origin: Old French/Latin

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,490
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cy Rank #2,349
Trae Rank #2,490

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2490 for Trae.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Trae more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Trae at #2490 in the United States.

What do Cy and Trae mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Trae means "three, third-born" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Cy and Trae boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Trae is primarily a boy name.

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