Rory vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

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Rory Rank #226

King Rank #343

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #343 for King.

Is Rory or King more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Rory and King mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Rory and King boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.