Declining since 2014.
Popularity of Bishoy since 1989
Babies named Bishoy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Bishoy, a name of Coptic origin, entered U.S. birth records in 1989, reflecting the growth of the Egyptian diaspora. Its highest recorded usage came in 2011, though it has declined in use since 2014. The name is deeply tied to Coptic Christian heritage, honoring Saint Bishoy, a revered desert monk. While not among the most common names, its distinctiveness and religious significance make it a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with historical and spiritual roots.
Bishoy is the anglicized form of the Coptic name ⲡⲓϣⲟⲓ (pishoi), composed of the definite article ⲡⲓ- (pi-, 'the') and ϣⲟⲓ (shoi, 'desert' or 'monk'). The name is most famously associated with Saint Bishoy (also known as Pishoy), a fourth-century Egyptian Coptic saint revered for his monastic life. It has remained a common name among Coptic Christians in Egypt and the diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bish, Bisho
Variants: Pishoy, Bishoy, Bishoi
Sibling names for Bishoy
Names that share Bishoy's style, for a brother or sister.
