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Roy vs Koda

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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Koda

Boy #465 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Lakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#465
Total SSA Count
665
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roy Rank #542
Koda Rank #465

Koda is more popular, ranked #465 vs #542 for Roy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Koda more popular?

Koda is more popular, ranked #465 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Roy and Koda mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Koda means "friend, companion" (Lakota Sioux origin).

Are Roy and Koda boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Koda is primarily a boy name.

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