Usage, description and more for Roy
Gender: Male
Origin: English
Also available in
German,
French,
Norwegian Bokmål,
Swedish,
Roy is used in
Switzerland 
Germany 
Canada 
United Kingdom 
Kenya 
New Zealand 
Singapore 
United States 
France 
Israel 
Norway 
Sweden
Countries where Roy has name day
Roy has a name day in
Norway and Roy's next name day is November 3.
Roy has a name day in
Sweden and Roy's next name day is September 7.
Roy
Roy is a name of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name Ruadh, which means "red." In Scotland, the name Roy was originally a nickname for someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. Over time, it became a popular given name and has spread to other English-speaking countries.
The name Roy has connotations of strength and passion due to its association with the color red. It is a timeless and classic name that exudes a sense of warmth and energy.
If you are considering the name Roy for your baby, you are choosing a name with a rich history and a strong, vibrant meaning.