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Eldon 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

Eldon Rank #2,248
Cy Rank #2,349

Eldon is more popular, ranked #2248 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eldon or Cy more popular?

Eldon is more popular, ranked #2248 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Eldon and Cy mean?

Eldon means "Ella's hill, Elli's hill" (Old English origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Eldon and Cy boy or girl names?

Eldon is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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