How Many People Are Named Coye?

Complete statistics for the name Coye: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Coye
Very Rare
Old English

Coye is a very rare name, originating from Old English, that's been around since 1916 when it peaked with 18 births. Only 1 in 1,301,371 Americans have this name, making it truly unique among 254 living people today. The majority of folks named Coye are over 60, giving it an old-school vibe.

~543
Living in US
1 in 610,404
Americans
1916
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Woodland, forest
🌐
Origin
Old English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Determined Adventurous
3
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 3 are known for their creativity and ability to inspire others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

494
Worldwide Bearers
#381,888
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
479
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
3
🇨🇦 Canada
2
🇻🇪 Venezuela
2
🇦🇮 Anguilla
1
🇦🇷 Argentina
1
🇦🇺 Australia
1
🇰🇭 Cambodia
1
🇯🇲 Jamaica
1
🇲🇽 Mexico
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
253 (100%)
♀ Female
1 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 63
151
Would be under 30 (32%)
46
Would be 30–60 (10%)
270
Would be over 60 (58%)

All 467 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1916

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
79
Classic Feel
85
Modern Appeal
25
International
75

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Coye Through the Generations

Coye has seen steady popularity over the decades, with its peak occurring way back in 1916. Today, there are 254 people bearing this name across the United States, and they're mostly older adults. In fact, 58% of those named Coye are over 60 years old, which gives the name a distinctly mature feel. With 151 under-30s, 46 aged between 30 and 60, and 270 over 60, it's clear that Coye is a name that resonates with older generations, maintaining its charm through the years without losing its rarity.

✨ Similar Names to Coye

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Coye's Old English roots

📄 About the Name Coye

How Many People Have the Name Coye?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 543 people in the United States currently share the name Coye. That works out to roughly 1 in every 610,404 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Coye a Common or Rare Name?

Coye is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Coye Mean?

Coye means "woodland, forest" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Coye in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Coye Most Popular?

The name Coye reached peak popularity in 1916, with 18 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Coye?

Approximately 543 people named Coye live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 543. That works out to roughly 1 in 610,404 Americans.

Is Coye a rare name?

Coye is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 610,404 Americans has this name.

What does the name Coye mean?

Coye means "woodland, forest" and comes from Old English origins.

Is Coye more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Coye are male and 0% are female.

When was Coye most popular?

Coye peaked in 1916 with 18 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US543
All-Time Births543
1 in X1 in 610,404
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age63
Peak Year1916
World Rank#381,888
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.