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Guy vs Cy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Guy

Boy #1,562 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"forest"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French Norman

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,562
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Guy Rank #1,562
Cy Rank #2,349

Guy is more popular, ranked #1562 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guy or Cy more popular?

Guy is more popular, ranked #1562 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Guy and Cy mean?

Guy means "forest" (Germanic origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Guy and Cy boy or girl names?

Guy is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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