Roy Surname
“King, chief”
Also spelled: Rai, Ray
Various surnamesBengali origin · Bengali
History & Significance
Bengali surname meaning king or chief, used across multiple communities.
What is the Gotra for Roy?
Gotra is passed down through the paternal line and may vary within families sharing the same surname. Use our Gotra Finder to discover which Gotra your family belongs to.
Find Roy Gotra →Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- King, chief
- Origin
- Bengali
- Language
- Bengali
- Category
- Various
Regional Distribution
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