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Roy vs Trevor

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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Trevor

Boy #626 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"large homestead, great settlement"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#626
Total SSA Count
451
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roy Rank #542
Trevor Rank #626

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 vs #626 for Trevor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Trevor more popular?

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 compared to Trevor at #626 in the United States.

What do Roy and Trevor mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Trevor means "large homestead, great settlement" (Welsh origin).

Are Roy and Trevor boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Trevor is primarily a boy name.

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