Brantley vs Roy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roy

Boy #542 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"red (hair color)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#542
Total SSA Count
552
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brantley Rank #481
Roy Rank #542

Brantley is more popular, ranked #481 vs #542 for Roy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brantley or Roy more popular?

Brantley is more popular, ranked #481 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Brantley and Roy mean?

Brantley means "Brandon's woodland clearing" (Old English origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Brantley and Roy boy or girl names?

Brantley is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.

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