Roi

Pronunciation: [ r-OY ]

Boy Name #3,648 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A Hebrew name straight from Psalm 23, meaning my shepherd

Israeli Jewish French

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Meaning & Origin

"my friend, my companion"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

Things to Know About This Name

In French, 'roi' means 'king' — which could create awkward associations in Francophone contexts

The Story of Roi

Roi (also spelled Ro'i or Roee) is a Hebrew name meaning 'my shepherd' or 'my friend,' from the root ra'ah (to shepherd, to tend). It appears in Psalm 23 — the famous 'The Lord is my shepherd' — where 'ro'i' is the word used. As a given name it reflects the pastoral tradition of ancient Israelite life and the spiritual image of God as shepherd. In modern Israel it is a popular masculine given name.

Roi has been consistently popular in Israel across generations, benefiting from its short, punchy sound and its deep biblical roots. Outside Israel, it is found primarily in Jewish diaspora communities. Its similarity to the English 'Roy' makes it relatively accessible to non-Hebrew speakers.

Roi connects directly to Psalm 23, one of the most universally known passages in the Hebrew Bible: 'The Lord is my shepherd' (Adonai ro'i). This gives the name a profound spiritual resonance in Jewish and Christian traditions. In modern Israel, it is simply a common, stylish short name.

Fun Facts

Roi appears in the opening line of Psalm 23: 'Adonai ro'i lo echsar' — 'The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want'
In France, 'roi' means 'king' in French, creating an interesting dual meaning
Roi is consistently in Israel's top 50 boys' names since the 1990s

Roi in Other Languages

French Roi (means king)

Hebrew רוֹעִי

English Roy/Roi

Spanish Roi

Yiddish Roi

Famous People Named Roi

Roi Kedem

Musician

1982

Israeli singer-songwriter known for his folk-influenced Hebrew music

Roi Ben-Basat

Other

Israeli journalist and media personality known for investigative reporting

Roi (Psalm 23)

Other

The word 'ro'i' (my shepherd) is the attribute given to God in the most famous of all Psalms, making it a name with prof...

The word 'ro'i' (my shepherd) is the attribute given to God in the most famous of all Psalms, making it a name with profound biblical resonance

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #3,648
Total SSA Count: 31
Cultural Origins: Israeli Jewish French
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Low

Pairs Well With

Roi David Roi Ezra Roi Ben Roi Ilan Roi Lior Roi Nathan Roi Asher

Sibling Names

Ilan Lior Noa Tamar Yael Ori Nir Tomer

Also a Girl Name

Roi is also used as a girl name, ranked #65785.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Roi

What does the name Roi mean?

"my friend, my companion" (from Hebrew). Roi (also spelled Ro'i or Roee) is a Hebrew name meaning 'my shepherd' or 'my friend,' from the root ra'ah (to shepherd, to tend). It appears in Psalm 23 — the famous 'The Lord is my shepherd' — where 'ro'i' is the word used. As a given name it reflects the pastoral tradition of ancient Israelite life and the spiritual image of God as shepherd. In modern Israel it is a popular masculine given name.

What is the origin of the name Roi?

Roi has Hebrew, Israeli, Jewish, and French origins. In Hebrew, it means "my friend, my companion".

Is Roi a boy or girl name?

Roi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3648. As a girl name, it is ranked #65785. Roi is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Roi?

Roi is pronounced r-OY.

How popular is the name Roi?

Roi is currently ranked #3648 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are good middle names for Roi?

Popular middle name pairings include Roi David, Roi Ezra, Roi Ben, Roi Ilan, Roi Lior, Roi Nathan, and Roi Asher.

What are good sibling names for Roi?

Names that pair well with Roi as siblings include Ilan, Lior, Noa, Tamar, Yael, Ori, Nir, and Tomer.

How many syllables does Roi have?

Roi has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Roi a common or rare name?

Roi is an uncommon name, ranked #3648 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Roi

Roi is a boy name with Israeli, Jewish, and French origins . The name means "my friend, my companion" in Hebrew .

Is Roi a boy or girl name? Roi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,648 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #65,785. Roi is more commonly used as a boy name.

Roi is currently ranked #3,648 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Roi has 2 syllables and is pronounced r-OY, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

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