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Killian 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

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Popularity Comparison

Killian Rank #370
Roy Rank #542

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #542 for Roy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Killian or Roy more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Killian and Roy mean?

Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Killian and Roy boy or girl names?

Killian is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.

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