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Roy vs Abram

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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Abram

Boy #712 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted father"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#712
Total SSA Count
374
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roy Rank #542
Abram Rank #712

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 vs #712 for Abram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Abram more popular?

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 compared to Abram at #712 in the United States.

What do Roy and Abram mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Abram means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin).

Are Roy and Abram boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Abram is primarily a boy name.

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