Mccoy is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning “Son of Hugh; patronymic meaning "descendant of Hugh".” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Mcc, Mccy. As of 2023, Mccoy ranks #974 among boys' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #820 in 2021.
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mih-KOY
Phonetic spelling
Currently #974 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Mccoy means “Son of Hugh; patronymic meaning "descendant of Hugh".” It is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Mccoy is pronounced mih-KOY.
Mccoy is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Mccoy currently ranks #974 among boys' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Mccoy include Mcc, Mccy.
Middle names that pair well with Mccoy include Mccoy James, Mccoy Alexander, Mccoy William, Mccoy Thomas.
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