Miles vs Rory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miles

Boy #37 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, warrior"

Origin: Latin miles meaning soldier

Cultural Roots

English Latin Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37
Total SSA Count
6,611
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Miles Rank #37
Rory Rank #226

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Miles or Rory more popular?

Miles is more popular, ranked #37 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Miles and Rory mean?

Miles means "soldier, warrior" (Latin miles meaning soldier origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Miles and Rory boy or girl names?

Miles is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.

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