Zeke vs Roy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zeke

Boy #732 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#732
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

45 High Risk

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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

Popularity Comparison

Zeke Rank #732
Roy Rank #542

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 vs #732 for Zeke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zeke or Roy more popular?

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 compared to Zeke at #732 in the United States.

What do Zeke and Roy mean?

Zeke means "strength of God" (Hebrew origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Zeke and Roy boy or girl names?

Zeke is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.

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