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Fredrick vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredrick

Boy #1,656 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,656
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Coy

Boy #1,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"quiet, calm, reserved"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,507
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Coy Rank #1,507

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Coy more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Coy mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Fredrick and Coy boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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