Preston vs Royce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Preston

Boy #330 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"priest's town, priestly settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#330
Total SSA Count
1,045
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pres, Prez

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Preston Rank #330
Royce Rank #463

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 vs #463 for Royce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Preston ___

  • Preston James
  • Preston Alexander
  • Preston Cole
  • Preston Lee
  • Preston Michael

Royce ___

  • Royce James
  • Royce William
  • Royce Alexander
  • Royce Edward
  • Royce Michael
  • Royce Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Preston

Sutton Clayton Raleigh Weston Sawyer

If you choose Royce

Reed Brooks Greyson Audrey Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Preston or Royce more popular?

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Preston and Royce mean?

Preston means "priest's town, priestly settlement" (Old English origin). Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are Preston and Royce boy or girl names?

Preston is primarily a boy name. Royce is primarily a boy name.

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