Taylor vs Roy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Taylor

Boy #667 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who cuts cloth, tailor"

Origin: Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour

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Boy #542 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"red (hair color)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Taylor Rank #667

Roy Rank #542

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 vs #667 for Taylor.

Is Taylor or Roy more popular?

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 compared to Taylor at #667 in the United States.

What do Taylor and Roy mean?

Taylor means "one who cuts cloth, tailor" (Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Taylor and Roy boy or girl names?

Taylor is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.