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Shaun vs Coby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shaun

Boy #1,568 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,568
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
1
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

Shaun Rank #1,568
Coby Rank #1,590

Shaun is more popular, ranked #1568 vs #1590 for Coby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shaun or Coby more popular?

Shaun is more popular, ranked #1568 compared to Coby at #1590 in the United States.

What do Shaun and Coby mean?

Shaun means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Coby means "supplanter, one who replaces another" (Hebrew origin).

Are Shaun and Coby boy or girl names?

Shaun is primarily a boy name. Coby is primarily a boy name.

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