Mccoy Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: muh-KOY /məˈkɔɪ/
Origin: Irish; Scottish
Meaning: Irish: son of; Scottish: son of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
The name McCoy is of Gaelic origin, derived from the Irish surname Mac Aoidh, which translates to "son of Aodh." The name Aodh itself means "fire" in Old Irish, reflecting a common practice in Gaelic culture of naming children after elements or attributes associated with strength and vitality. The surname McCoy entered the English language through the anglicization of Gaelic names, particularly during the periods of English colonization and the subsequent migration of Irish families to English-speaking countries, notably in the 19th century.
Historically, the McCoy family name is associated with various notable figures in Irish history, including those who were part of the Gaelic nobility. The name gained further recognition in the 19th century with the famous phrase "the real McCoy," which is believed to have originated in the United States and is often attributed to the quality of goods produced by a man named Elijah McCoy, an inventor of African descent.
This phrase has since entered popular culture as a way to denote authenticity and quality. Culturally, the name McCoy carries connotations of heritage and lineage, often linked to the rich traditions of Irish storytelling and folklore.
The name has been embraced in various forms of literature and media, reinforcing its significance within the context of Irish identity. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Coy have emerged, reflecting a more informal or affectionate use of the name.
Overall, McCoy encapsulates a blend of historical depth and cultural resonance, rooted in the Gaelic language and the narrative of Irish ancestry.
Famous people named Mccoy
In this section, you will find notable people named Mccoy. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Mccoy who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Mccoy Tyner is a jazz pianist best known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet, as well as his solo albums such as The Real McCoy and Sahara.
Mccoy Blaisdell is a notable American artist recognized for his contributions to the field of painting and sculpture.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mccoy was first seen in the United States in 1905.
Mccoy has ranked as high as #1633 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in Utah, Texas, North Carolina, California, and Minnesota.
In the past 5 years the name Mccoy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mccoy is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Mccoy was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Mccoy.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 314 | 309 | 5 |
| 2024 | 266 | 257 | 9 |
| 2023 | 233 | 226 | 7 |
| 2022 | 290 | 281 | 9 |
| 2021 | 304 | 293 | 11 |
| 2020 | 247 | 240 | 7 |
| 2019 | 213 | 204 | 9 |
| 2018 | 206 | 197 | 9 |
| 2017 | 171 | 171 | 0 |
| 2016 | 178 | 172 | 6 |
| 2015 | 198 | 191 | 7 |
| 2014 | 161 | 154 | 7 |
| 2013 | 176 | 170 | 6 |
| 2012 | 127 | 127 | 0 |
| 2011 | 94 | 94 | 0 |
| 2010 | 88 | 88 | 0 |
| 2009 | 66 | 66 | 0 |
| 2008 | 63 | 55 | 8 |
| 2007 | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| 2006 | 37 | 37 | 0 |
| 2005 | 47 | 42 | 5 |
| 2004 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 2003 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 2002 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2001 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 2000 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1999 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 1998 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 1997 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1996 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1995 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1994 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1993 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1992 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1990 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1989 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1988 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1986 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1985 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1983 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1982 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1981 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1978 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1977 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1969 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1968 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1964 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1961 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1959 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1958 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1957 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1956 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1955 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1954 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1953 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1952 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1951 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1950 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1949 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1948 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1947 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1946 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1945 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1944 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1943 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1942 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1941 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1940 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1939 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1938 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1937 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1936 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1935 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1934 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1933 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1932 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1931 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1930 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1929 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1928 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1927 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1926 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1925 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1924 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1923 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1922 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1921 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1920 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1919 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1918 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1917 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1916 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1915 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1914 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1913 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1912 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1910 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1905 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Mccoy (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 23 | |
| UT | 19 | |
| GA | 15 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| TN | 14 | |
| KS | 12 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| WI | 8 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| NE | 7 | |
| MN | 7 | |
| IA | 6 | |
| SD | 6 | |
| KY | 6 | |
| MO | 6 | |
| MT | 6 | |
| WY | 5 | |
| ID | 5 | |
| SC | 5 | |
| CO | 5 |