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Irving vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irving

Boy #1,618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green river, fresh water"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Jewish-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,618
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
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

Irving Rank #1,618
Coy Rank #1,507

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Coy more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Irving and Coy mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Irving and Coy boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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