McCoy
m-ccoy,
mc-coy
US Popularity:2119
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:Son of Aodh; Fire
McCoy is a masculine name of Irish and Scottish origins, meaning “son of Aodh” and “fire.” McCoy is the Anglicized form of the Old Irish last name Mac Aodha. Another classic surname turned trendy first name, McCoy is a title reserved for an authentic individual like your little one. You may recognize the idiom “the real McCoy,” a phrase that suggests that something or someone is the real deal. We know baby will be the real deal, but this metaphor is an association to consider when choosing McCoy.
Famous People Named McCoy
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Elijah McCoyInventor
Sources
Behind the Name, McCoy (surname), April 2022
Behind the Name, Mac Aodha (surname), December 2024
Ancestry. Mccoy Family History
WordSense Dictionary, McCoy
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