Charlotte 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

Charlotte Rank #4
Cy Rank #2,349

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2349 for Cy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Cy ___

  • Cy James
  • Cy Morgan
  • Cy Lee
  • Cy Dean
  • Cy Ray
  • Cy Grant

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Cy

Beau Rex Axel June Nova

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Cy more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Cy mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin).

Are Charlotte and Cy boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Cy is primarily a boy name.

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