Faithful, steadfast, and true
Derived from the Old French 'loial', which ultimately stems from the Latin 'legalis' meaning 'legal' or 'of the law'. Over time, the meaning evolved from following the law to being faithful and devoted to a person, cause, or duty. It is a virtue name that saw moderate use in the late 19th century and is currently experiencing a modern revival.
About 233 boys were named Loyal in 2025.
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