The name Loyal is a girl's name meaning "faithful, loyal".

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Loyal has history as a boy name—most popular in the late 19th century, later falling off the charts in 1948. This was back when loyalty suggested faithfulness to one's country, rather than fidelity to others. Today it would likely be interpreted as the latter. <p>Modern virtue names are rapidly rising in popularity—could Loyal be the next True?

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The name Loyal peaked for girls at #2907 in 2021. The name is most popular in LOYAL, LOYAL, and LOYAL. Loyal is also used for boys, ranking #877 in 2024.

The name Loyal is a boy's name of English origin meaning "faithful, loyal".

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Loyal is one of the few <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/373/virtue-names">virtue names</a> suitable for boys, an honorable and principled Boy Scout-esque appellation with a surprisingly long and distinguished history.
<br/><br/>Loyal was a mid-list name at the end of the nineteenth century, reaching Number 555 in 1890. It has been on hiatus since 1948--and this might be the moment to bring it back as an unusual but usable choice with real meaning. Loyal probably originally signified devotion to country rather than person, but in either case, fidelity is a great attribute to impart to a child.  And who knows?--maybe Loy could be the new Roy.

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The name Loyal is currently ranked #877 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #555 in 1890. The name is most popular in LOYAL, LOYAL, and LOYAL. Loyal is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

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