| Meaning | red king |
| Origin | Irish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Rory |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ro-ry |
Rory is a captivating baby boy name that exudes strength and charm. With its Irish origins and rich history, Rory carries a deep-rooted meaning of a "red king" or "red-haired king." The name's popularity has soared in recent years, capturing the hearts of parents seeking a unique and charismatic name for their little ones.
Rory's association with vibrant red hair adds a touch of individuality, symbolizing passion and vitality. It is a name that embodies leadership and confidence, characteristics that can inspire a child to grow into a determined and charismatic adult.
Alongside its rich heritage, Rory has gained recognition through famous individuals who bear the name, such as golf prodigy Rory McIlroy and talented actor Rory Kinnear. In addition, fictional characters like Rory Williams from Doctor Who and Rory Gilmore from Gilmore Girls have further popularized the name in popular culture.
Choosing Rory for your baby boy bestows upon him a name that is both timeless and full of character, ensuring he stands out with grace and strength in a world brimming with possibilities.
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| Rory McIlroy | Professional Golfer |
| Rory Gallagher | Irish Blues-Rock Musician |
| Rory Kinnear | British Actor |
| Rory Calhoun | American Actor |
| Rory McCann | Scottish Actor |
| Rory Culkin | American Actor |
| Rory Albanese | American Writer and Comedian |
| Rory Delap | Irish Footballer |
| Rory Underwood | English Rugby Player |
| Rory Burns | English Cricketer |
| Rory Reid | British Television Presenter |
| Rory Stewart | British Politician and Writer |
| Rory Cochrane | American Actor |
| Rory Fallon | New Zealand Footballer |
| Rory McGrath | British Comedian and Writer |
| Rory Best | Irish Rugby Player |
| Rory MacDonald | Scottish Singer-Songwriter |
| Rory Kennedy | Irish Politician |
| Rory Williams | Doctor Who |
| Rory Gilmore | Gilmore Girls |
| Rory Breaker | Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels |
| Rory Flanagan | Glee |
| Rory MacNeil | The Etruscan Smile |
| Rory Campbell | X-Men |
| Rory Mercury | GATE |
| Rory Pond | Doctor Who |
| Rory Shovel | Flight of the Conchords |
| Rory Dugan | Ratcatcher |
| Rory Regan | DC Comics |
| Rory Baxter | Criminal Minds |
| Rory Blake | 24 |
| Rory Geary | The Tribe |
| Rory O'Shea | Inside I'm Dancing |
| Rory Martin | Hollyoaks |
| Rory Swann | StarCraft II |
| Rory O'Sullivan | Primeval |
| Rory Wheeler | Breaking Bad |
| Rory Green | The Last Boy Scout |