Roey

“רוֹאֵי, meaning 'my shepherd'.” — Associated with guidance and caring leadership

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12025US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

76All-time births

📅 Since 199700

What does Roey mean and where does it come from?

Roey is a Hebrew name that means 'my shepherd'. It is derived from the root word in Hebrew related to shepherding. Roey is predominantly used in Israel, and it reflects a significant cultural importance as the concept of a shepherd is often associated with guidance and caring leadership. The name ha

Cultural significance

Roey has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of רוֹאֵי, meaning 'my shepherd'..

Peak popularity

Reached #6965 in 2002 — currently #12025 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Roey?

Roey works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Roey Grace

How popular is Roey right now?

Falling — down 182 spots — currently #12025 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2022#12025 · Top 8.9%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#12025	6	▼ down 182
2021	#11843	6	▼ down 638
2020	#11205	6	▲ up 1772 · +20% births
2015	#12977	5	▲ up 294
2010	#13271	5	▼ down 675
2005	#12596	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Roey

Best Year2020Rank #11205

Peak Count6

Average Rank#12320

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20226 years

The story of Roey

Roey is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 76 total births recorded, Roey remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12596 in 2005 to #12025 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Roey in 2002:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Roey by decade

Roey peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s ★	33
2010s	27
2020s	6

💎Roey has only 76 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Roey?

Common

RoeyieRoeyy

What names sound and feel like Roey?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Roey also consider these

Roee

Israel · Shepherd

Joey

American · God will increase

Roel

Netherlands · Meaning 'famous ruler'

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Roey

What does the name Roey mean?

Roey means "רוֹאֵי, meaning 'my shepherd'." — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Roey?

Roey is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Roey?

Roey originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Roey sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Roey flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Roey ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Roey a common or rare name?

Roey is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.