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Smithy vs Day

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Day

Boy #20,203 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"daylight, the day"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,203
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Smithy Rank #20,489
Day Rank #20,203

Day is more popular, ranked #20203 vs #20489 for Smithy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smithy or Day more popular?

Day is more popular, ranked #20203 compared to Smithy at #20489 in the United States.

What do Smithy and Day mean?

Smithy means "skilled metalworker" (Old English origin). Day means "daylight, the day" (Old English origin).

Are Smithy and Day boy or girl names?

Smithy is primarily a boy name. Day is primarily a boy name.

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