Cotey
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Cotey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 141 babies have been named Cotey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cotey is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,672 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,672
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Cotey
Cotey is a boy name .
Cotey is currently ranked #21,672 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cotey include Cot, Coy, Coie, and Cotkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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