Edward vs Roy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,584
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ted

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Edward Rank #228
Roy Rank #542

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #542 for Roy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edward ___

  • Edward James
  • Edward William
  • Edward Thomas
  • Edward Charles
  • Edward Henry
  • Edward George

Roy ___

  • Roy Alan
  • Roy Lee
  • Roy James
  • Roy Thomas
  • Roy Edward
  • Roy David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edward

Charlotte Eleanor Margaret William Henry

If you choose Roy

Ray Dale Joyce Gene Shirley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edward or Roy more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Edward and Roy mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Edward and Roy boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.

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