Lyle vs Mccoy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyle

Boy #1,021 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the island, island dweller"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,021
Total SSA Count
218
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Mccoy

Boy #911 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Aodh (fire)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#911
Total SSA Count
256
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lyle Rank #1,021
Mccoy Rank #911

Mccoy is more popular, ranked #911 vs #1021 for Lyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyle or Mccoy more popular?

Mccoy is more popular, ranked #911 compared to Lyle at #1021 in the United States.

What do Lyle and Mccoy mean?

Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin). Mccoy means "son of Aodh (fire)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Lyle and Mccoy boy or girl names?

Lyle is primarily a boy name. Mccoy is primarily a boy name.

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