Rory vs Mason

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rory Rank #226
Mason Rank #42

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rory or Mason more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and Mason mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Rory and Mason boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Mason is primarily a boy name.

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