Jim vs Roy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jim

Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,434
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Jimmy, Jimbo

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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

Jim Rank #4,434
Roy Rank #542

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 vs #4434 for Jim.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jim ___

  • Jim Robert
  • Jim David
  • Jim Edward
  • Jim Allen
  • Jim Thomas
  • Jim Lee

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 Jim

Bob Tom Sue Carol Dave

If you choose Roy

Ray Dale Joyce Gene Shirley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jim or Roy more popular?

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 compared to Jim at #4434 in the United States.

What do Jim and Roy mean?

Jim means "supplanter, one who grabs the heel" (Hebrew origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Jim and Roy boy or girl names?

Jim is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.

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