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Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Red king

Particularly loved in Ireland and Scotland as Rory, Rorey is a masculine name of Gaelic origin. Derived from Ruaidhrí, Rorey is an ideal crown for the redheaded wonder who will rule your heart. With its fiery meaning, “red king,” Rorey recalls the ancient rulers of Ireland and Scotland and an era when names were related to the bearer’s appearance. While Rorey and Rory are typically given to boys, this timeless title is slowly but surely evolving into a gender-neutral appellation. Whether honoring Irish or Scottish ancestry or striving to go beyond the binary, Rorey is a proud name for baby to wear.