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Fitzgerald 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

Fitzgerald Rank #2,235
Cy Rank #2,349

Fitzgerald is more popular, ranked #2235 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fitzgerald or Cy more popular?

Fitzgerald is more popular, ranked #2235 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Fitzgerald and Cy mean?

Fitzgerald means "son of Gerald" (Anglo-Norman/Irish origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Fitzgerald and Cy boy or girl names?

Fitzgerald is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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