Cy
- Pronunciation
- [Cy]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Master: Lord.
- Origin
- English
Cy Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 3,846 baby boys have been named Cy. The name peaked in 2010 with 117 US births that year (rank #1416). In 2024, ranked #2339 nationally — 923 places below its 2010 peak.
Top States for Cy
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Cy births are: California (290), Texas (245), New York (67).
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Quick Facts About Cy
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si | Being A Gentleman | Male | Vietnamese |
Famous People Named Cy
1 notable figure from history and culture who share the name Cy.
- Cy Young — Baseball Player (1867)
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Compare Cy to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Cy against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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