Apollo vs Roy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Apollo

Boy #415 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"strength, manly beauty"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #542 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"red (hair color)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Apollo Rank #415

Roy Rank #542

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 vs #542 for Roy.

Is Apollo or Roy more popular?

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Apollo and Roy mean?

Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Apollo and Roy boy or girl names?

Apollo is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.