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Davy vs Cyril

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Davy

Boy #2,844 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, dear one"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,844
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Cyril

Boy #3,001 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lordly, masterful"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Eastern European Greek Slavic Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,001
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Davy Rank #2,844
Cyril Rank #3,001

Davy is more popular, ranked #2844 vs #3001 for Cyril.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davy or Cyril more popular?

Davy is more popular, ranked #2844 compared to Cyril at #3001 in the United States.

What do Davy and Cyril mean?

Davy means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew origin). Cyril means "lordly, masterful" (Greek origin).

Are Davy and Cyril boy or girl names?

Davy is primarily a boy name. Cyril is primarily a boy name.

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