Locke vs Cy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Locke

Boy #2,493 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"place by a waterway lock"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,493
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Locke Rank #2,493
Cy Rank #2,349

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2493 for Locke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Locke or Cy more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Locke at #2493 in the United States.

What do Locke and Cy mean?

Locke means "place by a waterway lock" (Old English origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Locke and Cy boy or girl names?

Locke is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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