Red king
Derived from the Gaelic name Ruaidhrí, it combines the elements 'ruadh' meaning red and 'rí' meaning king. Historically a masculine name in Ireland and Scotland, it has gained significant popularity as a unisex choice in the United States.
About 1,768 boys were named Rory in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional golfer from Northern Ireland
Protagonist of the television series Gilmore Girls · Gilmore Girls
Companion of the Eleventh Doctor · Doctor Who
American film and television actor
Irish blues and rock multi-instrumentalist
American documentary filmmaker
The same feel as Rory — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
