Royalty Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Royalty' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old French and Latin terms associated with kingship. It signifies the state of being royal and has evolved through various languages over centuries. The name is linked to notions of nobility and privilege, with no direct biblical associations. Its popularity rose during the establishment of monarchies in Europe, and it remains a prominent term today, often evoking images of grandeur and aristocracy.
The name Royalty is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Royalty has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Royalty' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12556th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3137th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10259th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 553rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Royalty' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Royalty"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɔɪəlti/
Origin
Middle English
Etymology
The term 'royalty' originates from the Middle English word 'reialte', which is derived from the Old French 'reial', meaning 'royal', and from the Latin 'regalis', meaning 'regal' or 'of a king'.
Meaning
The state of being royal or having the status of a king or queen.
Language Evolution
Old French: reial, Latin: regalis, Middle English: reialte
Historical Usage
The term gained popularity in the late Middle Ages as monarchies became more established in Europe and the concept of royal lineage became significant.
Variants & Derivatives
Royal, Roy, Roi
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, 'royalty' carries connotations of nobility and privilege, often associated with aristocracy and the grandeur of monarchies in various cultures.
Famous People
Queen Elizabeth II, Prince William, Princess Diana
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Royalty"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Royalty"
"Royalty" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12556th of 24088 | 51 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3137th of 23106 | 447 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10259th of 35406 | 152 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 553rd of 30306 | 6,719 |
Regional Popularity of "Royalty" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
38.65% 2637th/6822 |
58.49% 3671st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Royalty" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
12.40% 494th/3984 |
16.22% 728th/4487 |
6.20% 423rd/6822 |
16.51% 1036th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Royalty"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Royalty" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.