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Oak vs Cy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oak

Boy #2,438 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"oak tree"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,438
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Oak Rank #2,438
Cy Rank #2,349

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2438 for Oak.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oak or Cy more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Oak at #2438 in the United States.

What do Oak and Cy mean?

Oak means "oak tree" (Old English origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Oak and Cy boy or girl names?

Oak is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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