Orson vs Coy

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

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

Popularity Comparison

Orson Rank #1,501
Coy Rank #1,507

Orson is more popular, ranked #1501 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orson or Coy more popular?

Orson is more popular, ranked #1501 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Orson and Coy mean?

Orson means "little bear, bear cub" (Old French origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Orson and Coy boy or girl names?

Orson is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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