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Roy vs Sutton

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
Sutton Rank #442

Sutton is more popular, ranked #442 vs #542 for Roy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Sutton more popular?

Sutton is more popular, ranked #442 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Roy and Sutton mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin).

Are Roy and Sutton boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Sutton is primarily a boy name.

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