Decoy, quiet, or modest
Coye is a rare surname-turned-given name with multiple potential roots. It most likely derives from the Middle English 'coi', meaning quiet or shy, or it may be a topographic name for someone living near a decoy or pond. In some cases, it is considered a variant of the name McCoy.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Coye in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former NFL defensive back
