Elroy vs Lafayette

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elroy

Boy #4,236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the king"

Origin: Old French (le roi)

Cultural Roots

American English French African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,236
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
El, Roy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Elroy Rank #4,236
Lafayette Rank #11,568

Elroy is more popular, ranked #4236 vs #11568 for Lafayette.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elroy ___

  • Elroy James
  • Elroy Dean
  • Elroy Augustus
  • Elroy Vincent
  • Elroy Francis
  • Elroy Wallace

Lafayette ___

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elroy or Lafayette more popular?

Elroy is more popular, ranked #4236 compared to Lafayette at #11568 in the United States.

What do Elroy and Lafayette mean?

Elroy means "the king" (Old French (le roi) origin).

Are Elroy and Lafayette boy or girl names?

Elroy is primarily a boy name. Lafayette is primarily a boy name.

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