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Steele vs Coy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Steele Rank #1,384
Coy Rank #1,507

Steele is more popular, ranked #1384 vs #1507 for Coy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steele or Coy more popular?

Steele is more popular, ranked #1384 compared to Coy at #1507 in the United States.

What do Steele and Coy mean?

Steele means "like steel, strong and hard" (Old English stēl origin). Coy means "quiet, calm, reserved" (Old French origin).

Are Steele and Coy boy or girl names?

Steele is primarily a boy name. Coy is primarily a boy name.

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