Name Profile
Roy
“Red-haired” — Scottish
BoyScottish1 syllableCurrent rank #541 (2024)
About Roy
Roy is a brisk and spirited Scottish boy's name that translates to "red-haired." It possesses a wonderfully vintage, mid-century charm that feels both approachable and enduringly masculine. This punchy, one-syllable name is an excellent choice for a bold and energetic little boy.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginScottish
Syllables1
Nicknames for Roy
Roy is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Roy ranks #541 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 552 births..
Roy popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Roy had 552 births in 2024.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1981 | 1,725 | #157 |
| 1982 | 1,616 | #167 |
| 1983 | 1,455 | #176 |
| 1984 | 1,382 | #182 |
| 1985 | 1,380 | #186 |
| 1986 | 1,283 | #197 |
| 2021 | 519 | #551 |
| 2022 | 508 | #576 |
| 2023 | 526 | #556 |
| 2024 | 552 | #541 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Roy James
- Roy Alexander
- Roy Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Roy mean?
Roy is commonly linked to the meaning Red-haired and is associated with Scottish roots.
Is Roy a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Roy ranks #541 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 552 births..