Roy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Roy Name at a Glance

Name	Roy
Meaning	Red.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Roy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Roy means “Red”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Roy Name Origin

Our database records Roy under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Roy a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Roy is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Roy

When considering Roy for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.