"of royal status, kingly lineage"
Origin: Old French roialte
Language: English
Royalty
Pronunciation: [ r-OY-uhlt-ee ]
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"queenly dignity, regal bearing"
Origin: Latin regalis
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The Story of Royalty
Royalty is a modern English word-name derived from the Old French roialte and ultimately from the Latin regalis meaning of a king. As a given name, Royalty emerged in the late 20th and early 21st century as part of a trend of aspirational word-names. It reflects a cultural desire to bestow children with names that carry inherent dignity and grandeur.
Royalty gained traction in the 2010s partly through celebrity influence — Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna named their daughter Royalty in 2014, bringing significant media attention to the name. It resonates particularly in communities that embrace bold, aspirational names.
In African-American naming traditions, names like Royalty, Legacy, and Reign reflect a powerful cultural reclamation of dignity and status. These names are deliberate statements of worth and ambition for future generations.
Historical Record
Royalty first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 6,871 babies have been named Royalty in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Royalty is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #713 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Royalty Brown, daughter of Chris Brown and Nia Guzman, helped popularize the name in 2014
- Royalty ranks in the top 200 girls names in the United States
- Word names like Royalty, Legacy, and Reign have grown 200% in popularity since 2010
Royalty in Other Languages
French
Royauté
German
Königlichkeit
Italian
Regalità
Spanish
Realeza
Portuguese
Realeza
Popularity Over Time
#713
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Royalty
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Royalty Brown
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Daughter of singer Chris Brown, whose birth helped popularize the name
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Royalty Johnson
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Daughter of Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna, further cementing the name in pop culture
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #713
- Total SSA Count
- 393
- Cultural Origins
- African-American English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Roy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Royalty
What does the name Royalty mean?
"of royal status, kingly lineage" (from Old French roialte). "queenly dignity, regal bearing" (from Latin regalis). Royalty is a modern English word-name derived from the Old French roialte and ultimately from the Latin regalis meaning of a king. As a given name, Royalty emerged in the late 20th and early 21st century as part of a trend of aspirational word-names. It reflects a cultural desire to bestow children with names that carry inherent dignity and grandeur.
What is the origin of the name Royalty?
Royalty has Old French roialte, Latin regalis, African-American, English, and American origins. In Old French roialte, it means "of royal status, kingly lineage". In Latin regalis, it means "queenly dignity, regal bearing".
Is Royalty a boy or girl name?
Royalty is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #713. As a boy name, it is ranked #3449. Royalty is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Royalty?
Royalty is pronounced r-OY-uhlt-ee.
How popular is the name Royalty?
Royalty is currently ranked #713 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Royalty?
Common nicknames for Royalty include Roy and Royal.
What are good middle names for Royalty?
Popular middle name pairings include Royalty Grace, Royalty Faith, Royalty Marie, Royalty Jade, Royalty Simone, Royalty Reign, and Royalty Amara.
What are good sibling names for Royalty?
Names that pair well with Royalty as siblings include Legacy, Reign, Major, Legend, Sincere, Treasure, and Justice.
How many syllables does Royalty have?
Royalty has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Royalty a common or rare name?
Royalty is moderately common, ranked #713 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Royalty
Royalty is a girl name with African-American, English, and American origins . The name means "of royal status, kingly lineage" in Old French roialte .
Is Royalty a boy or girl name? Royalty is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #713 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #3,449. Royalty is more commonly used as a girl name.
Royalty is currently ranked #713 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Royalty has 3 syllables and is pronounced r-OY-uhlt-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Royalty include Roy and Royal. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Royalty include Royal, Roya, Royale, Royalti . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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