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Dwight vs Cy

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

Dwight Rank #2,540
Cy Rank #2,349

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2540 for Dwight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dwight or Cy more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Dwight at #2540 in the United States.

What do Dwight and Cy mean?

Dwight means "blond, white, bright one" (Dutch De Witt origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Dwight and Cy boy or girl names?

Dwight is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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