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Marlo vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlo

Boy #1,696 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"remnants of the lake"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,696
Total SSA Count
99
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

Marlo Rank #1,696
Coy Rank #1,507

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 vs #1696 for Marlo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlo or Coy more popular?

Coy is more popular, ranked #1507 compared to Marlo at #1696 in the United States.

What do Marlo and Coy mean?

Marlo means "remnants of the lake" (Old English origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Marlo and Coy boy or girl names?

Marlo is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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