Cy vs Oak

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

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Popularity Comparison

Cy Rank #2,349
Oak Rank #2,438

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 vs #2438 for Oak.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cy ___

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

Oak ___

  • Oak James
  • Oak River
  • Oak Henry
  • Oak Everett
  • Oak Forest
  • Oak Ridge

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Cy

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If you choose Oak

Ash Elm Birch Hazel Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Oak more popular?

Cy is more popular, ranked #2349 compared to Oak at #2438 in the United States.

What do Cy and Oak mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Oak means "oak tree" (Old English origin).

Are Cy and Oak boy or girl names?

Cy is primarily a boy name. Oak is primarily a boy name.

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