Roux vs Gaines

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roux

Boy #6,698 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"reddish-brown, russet-colored"

Origin: French

French Cajun American

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Boy #6,557 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to gain, to win, to cultivate"

Origin: Old French

English American French

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Roux Rank #6,698

Gaines Rank #6,557

Gaines is more popular, ranked #6557 vs #6698 for Roux.

Is Roux or Gaines more popular?

Gaines is more popular, ranked #6557 compared to Roux at #6698 in the United States.

What do Roux and Gaines mean?

Roux means "reddish-brown, russet-colored" (French origin). Gaines means "to gain, to win, to cultivate" (Old French origin).

Are Roux and Gaines boy or girl names?

Roux is primarily a boy name. Gaines is primarily a boy name.