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Roy vs Bradley

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
Bradley Rank #365

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 vs #542 for Roy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Bradley more popular?

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Roy and Bradley mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin).

Are Roy and Bradley boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Bradley is primarily a boy name.

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