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Honor vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Honor Rank #1,585
Coy Rank #1,507

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #1585 for Honor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Honor or Coy more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Honor at #1585 in the United States.

What do Honor and Coy mean?

Honor means "reputation, esteem" (Latin origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Honor and Coy boy or girl names?

Honor is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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