Roy vs Sage

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Roy Rank #542
Sage Rank #145

Sage is more popular, ranked #145 vs #542 for Roy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Roy ___

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

Sage ___

  • Sage Olivia
  • Sage Aurora
  • Sage Elise
  • Sage Renee
  • Sage Willow
  • Sage Amara

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Roy

Ray Dale Joyce Gene Shirley

If you choose Sage

River Briar Juniper Oak Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roy or Sage more popular?

Sage is more popular, ranked #145 compared to Roy at #542 in the United States.

What do Roy and Sage mean?

Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Sage means "wise, the herb sage" (Latin Salvia origin).

Are Roy and Sage boy or girl names?

Roy is primarily a boy name. Sage is primarily a girl name.

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