Roy
BoyOrigin: Scottish Gaelic · French
Meaning
“from Scottish Gaelic ruadh 'red', also influenced by Old French roi 'king'”
Cultural Notes
A name and surname; the Gaelic roots mean 'red-haired', while the French reading gives 'king'.
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1940s
Community likes: 1
Famous People Named Roy
- Roy Rogers, Roy Orbison
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