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Roy vs Augustine

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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Popularity Comparison

Roy Rank #542
Augustine Rank #553

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 vs #553 for Augustine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Augustine more popular?

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 compared to Augustine at #553 in the United States.

What do Roy and Augustine mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Augustine means "great, venerable, majestic" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Roy and Augustine boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Augustine is primarily a boy name.

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