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Roy vs Cayden

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
Cayden Rank #350

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 vs #542 for Roy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Cayden more popular?

Cayden is more popular, ranked #350 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Roy and Cayden mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin).

Are Roy and Cayden boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a boy name.

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