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Royal

male

Meaning

"Of the King"

Adopted from an English word ultimately from French, signaling association with kingship and high rank.

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Popularity History of Royal

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#427Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank
#427

Royal was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-26

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Royal Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Royal.

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Similar Names to Royal

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Albert

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Allen

“Handsome; Harmonious”

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Alfred

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“Elf Counsel”

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Alvin

“Noble Friend”

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Andre

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Baby Name Lists That Include Royal

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Royal, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

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Quick Facts

OriginEnglish, French
Syllables1
Length5 letters

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