Roy vs Brantley

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

Popularity Comparison

Roy Rank #542
Brantley Rank #481

Brantley is more popular, ranked #481 vs #542 for Roy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Brantley more popular?

Brantley is more popular, ranked #481 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Roy and Brantley mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Brantley means "Brandon's woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Roy and Brantley boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Brantley is primarily a boy name.

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