Fox vs Poe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Poe

Girl #25,889 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"peacock"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25,889
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Fox Rank #1,113
Poe Rank #25,889

Fox is more popular, ranked #1113 vs #25889 for Poe.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fox ___

  • Fox James
  • Fox William
  • Fox Henry
  • Fox River
  • Fox Cole
  • Fox Elliot

Poe ___

  • Poe Grace
  • Poe Elaine
  • Poe River
  • Poe Blue
  • Poe Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fox

Bear Wren Scout Finn Sage

If you choose Poe

Raven Keats Frost Sage Emerson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox or Poe more popular?

Fox is more popular, ranked #1113 compared to Poe at #25889 in the United States.

What do Fox and Poe mean?

Fox means "the fox, cunning animal" (Old English origin). Poe means "peacock" (Old English origin).

Are Fox and Poe boy or girl names?

Fox is primarily a boy name. Poe is primarily a girl name.

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