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Glenn vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Glenn Rank #1,366
Coy Rank #1,507

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Coy more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Coy mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Glenn and Coy boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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