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Whitaker vs Cy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cy

Boy #2,349 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sun, shepherd"

Origin: Old Persian (via Cyrus)

Cultural Roots

American Western Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,349
Total SSA Count
60
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Whitaker Rank #2,233
Cy Rank #2,349

Whitaker is more popular, ranked #2233 vs #2349 for Cy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Whitaker or Cy more popular?

Whitaker is more popular, ranked #2233 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Whitaker and Cy mean?

Whitaker means "white field, white acre" (Old English origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Whitaker and Cy boy or girl names?

Whitaker is primarily a boy name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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