Cy Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsigh / /saɪ/Greek; Irish
Meaning
Greek: 'lord'; Irish: 'victory'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cy is often considered a diminutive of names like Cyrus or Cyril, which have roots in Greek and Persian cultures. In Greek, Cyrus means 'sun' or 'throne', while Cyril is derived from 'kyrios', meaning 'lord'. In Irish contexts, Cy can be associated with the name Cian, which means 'ancient' or 'enduring'. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting different meanings and significance.
Trend Summary
The name Cy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often appearing as a unique or vintage choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cye
International Variants
- Ciro (Italian)
- Cyrus (Persian)
Famous people named Cy
Cy Young was a professional baseball pitcher known for his outstanding career in Major League Baseball.
Cy Coleman was an American composer and songwriter, famous for his contributions to Broadway musicals.
Cy Twombly was an American painter and sculptor, known for his unique style and contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Cy
Cy is a character in the video game series 'Mass Effect', serving as a member of the crew.
Cy the Cynic is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his sarcastic humor.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cy was first seen in the United States in 1902. Cy has ranked as high as #1235 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Louisiana, and Hawaii. In the past 5 years the name Cy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 21 |
| 1953 | 20 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 32 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 23 |
| 1963 | 22 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 30 |
| 1974 | 33 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 38 |
| 1977 | 34 |
| 1978 | 27 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 38 |
| 1981 | 45 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 32 |
| 1986 | 38 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 46 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 48 |
| 1995 | 52 |
| 1996 | 46 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 61 |
| 1999 | 71 |
| 2000 | 80 |
| 2001 | 74 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 68 |
| 2004 | 88 |
| 2005 | 106 |
| 2006 | 105 |
| 2007 | 113 |
| 2008 | 104 |
| 2009 | 99 |
| 2010 | 117 |
| 2011 | 99 |
| 2012 | 109 |
| 2013 | 99 |
| 2014 | 71 |
| 2015 | 61 |
| 2016 | 62 |
| 2017 | 45 |
| 2018 | 68 |
| 2019 | 72 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2021 | 45 |
| 2022 | 58 |
| 2023 | 75 |
| 2024 | 60 |