Holding steady.
Popularity of Alroy since 1920
Babies named Alroy per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1953, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Alroy's real moment was 1932.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 27 |
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 51 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Alroy is a name with literary roots, first recorded in the United States in 1920. Its peak year of usage was 1932, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name has shown a stable trajectory, with very few births in any given year. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice, though its uncertain etymology may give some pause. The name is associated with Benjamin Disraeli's novel and may also be seen as a variant of Elroy. While top states of usage are not available due to low numbers, Alroy has been used sporadically across the country. For parents seeking a truly uncommon name with a literary connection, Alroy offers a unique option.
The name Alroy first appears in Benjamin Disraeli's 1833 novel "The Wondrous Tale of Alroy", inspired by the historical figure David Alroy, a 12th-century Jewish messianic claimant. As a given name, it may also be a variant of Elroy (English, meaning "the king" or derived from French "le roi"). However, its usage remains rare and chiefly literary.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al
Variants: Elroy
Sibling names for Alroy
Names that share Alroy's style, for a brother or sister.
