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Nick vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nick

Boy #1,422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek Nikolaos

Cultural Roots

English American Greek Australian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,422
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

44 High Risk

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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

Nick Rank #1,422
Coy Rank #1,507

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nick or Coy more popular?

Nick is more popular, ranked #1422 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Nick and Coy mean?

Nick means "victory of the people" (Greek Nikolaos origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Nick and Coy boy or girl names?

Nick is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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