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Orson vs Coby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orson

Boy #1,501 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little bear, bear cub"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,501
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Coby

Boy #1,590 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who replaces another"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,590
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Orson Rank #1,501
Coby Rank #1,590

Orson is more popular, ranked #1501 vs #1590 for Coby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orson or Coby more popular?

Orson is more popular, ranked #1501 compared to Coby at #1590 in the United States.

What do Orson and Coby mean?

Orson means "little bear, bear cub" (Old French origin). Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin).

Are Orson and Coby boy or girl names?

Orson is primarily a boy name. Coby is primarily a boy name.

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