Royal
Royal is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Regal, kingly, or belonging to a monarch.
Origin and history
Royal is an English vocabulary name derived from the Old French word 'roial', which traces back to the Latin 'regalis', meaning regal or kingly. Historically used more frequently for boys, it has experienced a notable surge in usage for girls in the United States in recent years. Its modern appeal fits into the trend of modern nobility-inspired and word names.
Popularity in the United States
4,322 babies in the United States have been named Royal since 1880. It ranks #2675 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #928.
States where it is most popular
- GA (9.4 %)
- TX (9.1 %)
- FL (8.9 %)
- CA (7.2 %)
- PA (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 13 |
| 1930-1940 | 22 |
| 1940-1950 | 24 |
| 1950-1960 | 18 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 33 |
| 1980-1990 | 57 |
| 1990-2000 | 86 |
| 2000-2010 | 117 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,366 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,581 |
Famous people named Royal
- Royal Rainey: Educator
Fun facts
- Royal has gained popularity alongside other nobility-inspired titles such as Saint, Reign, and King.
- The word entered Middle English through Anglo-Norman French, rooted ultimately in the Latin word 'rex', meaning king.