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Foster vs Mccoy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mccoy

Boy #911 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Aodh (fire)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#911
Total SSA Count
256
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Foster Rank #1,077
Mccoy Rank #911

Mccoy is more popular, ranked #911 vs #1077 for Foster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foster or Mccoy more popular?

Mccoy is more popular, ranked #911 compared to Foster at #1077 in the United States.

What do Foster and Mccoy mean?

Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin). Mccoy means "son of Aodh (fire)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Foster and Mccoy boy or girl names?

Foster is primarily a boy name. Mccoy is primarily a boy name.

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