"my friend, my companion"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Roi
Pronunciation: [ r-OY ]
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A Hebrew name straight from Psalm 23, meaning my shepherd
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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.
Historical Record
Roi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 345 babies have been named Roi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Roi is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,648 for boy names in the US .
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
Popularity Over Time
#3,648
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Roi
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Roi Kedem
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1982
Israeli singer-songwriter known for his folk-influenced Hebrew music
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Roi Ben-Basat
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Israeli journalist and media personality known for investigative reporting
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Roi (Psalm 23)
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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
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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
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Timeless choice, Israeli heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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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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