Royal
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Of the king or regal
Origin: Old French/Latin
Popularity: Ranked #476 in 2025 with 640 babies born.
History: Royal derives from the Old French 'roial' and Latin 'regalis,' meaning of the king or kingly. It was used as a surname in medieval England and France. As a given name it has been used in the United States since the 19th century, evoking nobility and prestige. It has seen a modern resurgence as parents seek strong, dignified names with a regal quality.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Royal? About 1 in 4,351 babies born in 2025 were named Royal, or roughly 2.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Royal
What does the name Royal mean?
Royal means “Of the king or regal” from Old French/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Royal?
Royal has Old French/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Of the king or regal”.
How popular is Royal?
Royal ranked #476 in 2025 — given to 640 babies that year.
When was Royal most popular?
Royal peaked in 2021 with 884 babies registered that year.
Is Royal a boy or girl name?
Royal is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 82% of Royals are boys and 18% are girls.
Is the name Royal rising or falling in popularity?
Royal has risen 296 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #772 in 2020 to #476 in 2025.
How long has Royal been recorded?
Royal appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.