Mccoy Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-KOY / məˈkɔɪIrish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: son of; Scottish: son of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname McCoy is of Gaelic origin, derived from the Irish surname Mac Aoidh, meaning 'son of Aodh.' Aodh was a popular name in ancient Ireland, associated with the god of the underworld. The name has been borne by various notable figures in history, particularly in Ireland and Scotland. It has also been popularized in modern culture through various media.
Trend Summary
The name McCoy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- MacCoy
- McCoy
International Variants
- Macaulay (Scottish)
- MacAodh (Irish)
Famous people named Mccoy
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Fictional characters named Mccoy
McCoy is a character in the 'The Outsiders' novel by S.E. Hinton, representing a member of the Greasers gang.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mccoy was first seen in the United States in 1905. Mccoy has ranked as high as #1072 nationally, which occurred in 2021, 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)
Top States for Mccoy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 23 | |
| UT | 19 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| GA | 15 | |
| TN | 14 | |
| KS | 12 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| WI | 8 | |
| NE | 7 | |
| MN | 7 | |
| IA | 6 | |
| SD | 6 | |
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 28 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 14 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 19 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 39 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 48 |
| 2008 | 55 |
| 2009 | 66 |
| 2010 | 88 |
| 2011 | 94 |
| 2012 | 127 |
| 2013 | 170 |
| 2014 | 154 |
| 2015 | 191 |
| 2016 | 172 |
| 2017 | 171 |
| 2018 | 197 |
| 2019 | 204 |
| 2020 | 240 |
| 2021 | 292 |
| 2022 | 281 |
| 2023 | 226 |
| 2024 | 256 |