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Loyalty

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Pronounced LOY-al-tee /ˈlɔɪ.əl.ti/Low

Meaning: Fidelity, devotion, steadfast allegianceLow

In 30 seconds: Loyalty is an English virtue word-name meaning fidelity and devotion, from the Old French leal. As a given name it expresses the aspiration that the child will be trustworthy, devoted, and true — one of the most fundamental human virtues.
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Origin LowEnglish, Old French
MeaningFidelity, devotion, steadfast allegiance
U.S. rank (2025)#1838 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births109 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,332

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202120042025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Loyalty derives from the Old French loial/leal meaning faithful, from Latin legalis. As a virtue name it has appeared sporadically in English-speaking countries. It belongs to the modern word-name trend alongside names like Serenity, Destiny, and Honesty.

Loyalty is an uncommon but growing name in the United States, popular among parents who want a virtue name with a clear, direct meaning. It is used across communities but has particular presence in African American naming.

Did you know? The word loyal comes from the Old French leal meaning faithful, from Latin legalis meaning legal — connecting the concept of loyalty not just to personal devotion but to the rule of law and social contracts that hold communities together.
Overall data confidence 90%
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Variations

LoyaltieLoyalteeLoyal

Nicknames

LoyalLoy

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Faith— Virtue name of same direct naming tradition
Serenity— Modern virtue word-name of same American trend
Honesty— Three-syllable virtue word-name of same character
Destiny— Aspirational word-name of same modern American tradition

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Frequently Asked

What does Loyalty mean?

Loyalty means fidelity, devotion, and steadfast allegiance — one of humanity's most fundamental virtues.

Is Loyalty a popular name?

Loyalty is an uncommon but growing name in the United States, used by parents who want a virtue name with a clear direct meaning.

How do you pronounce Loyalty?

Loyalty is pronounced LOY-al-tee with three syllables.

What names are similar to Loyalty?

Similar virtue names include Faith, Serenity, Honesty, and Destiny.

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