Gryffin 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

Popularity Comparison

Gryffin Rank #2,520
Cy Rank #2,349

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2520 for Gryffin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gryffin or Cy more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Gryffin at #2520 in the United States.

What do Gryffin and Cy mean?

Gryffin means "strong lord, chief" (Welsh origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Gryffin and Cy boy or girl names?

Gryffin is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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