Standard spelling
罗伊
Luó yī
The standard Chinese spelling of Roy.
- 罗
- gauze; a common name sound
- 伊
- that one (literary); a common name sound
The version used for Roy in Chinese books, films and news.
Roy in Chinese
In Chinese, Roy is written 罗伊 (Luó yī), the standard spelling used in Chinese books, films and news. If you would like a name with meaning, try 睿逸 (Ruì yì): a Chinese-style name meaning wise and carefree.
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罗伊
Luó yī
Roy
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There is no single official spelling of an English name in Chinese. Here is what each option says, character by character.
Name with meaning
睿逸
Ruì yì
A Chinese-style name meaning wise and carefree.
- 睿
- wise, far-sighted
- 逸
- carefree, at ease
Keeps the “Roy” sound of Roy, with a meaning worth wearing.
Single character
睿
Ruì
A single character meaning wise, far-sighted.
- 睿
- wise, far-sighted
A compact mark for small artwork or a seal-style stamp.
Where Roy comes from.
Roy comes from the Gaelic ruadh, “red”. It was later linked with the French roi, “king”.
Does your Chinese name match your birth chart?
In Chinese astrology, the moment you were born forms your birth chart, which the tradition reads for your work, your love life and the years ahead. A Chinese name is traditionally chosen to bring in the elements your chart needs.
Your free reading shows your chart in 30 seconds. The full report ($29) reads 罗伊 (Luó yī) against it and adds three names that keep the sound of Roy.
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罗Fire伊Earth
罗伊 carries Fire and Earth. That is lucky for you if your birth chart needs Fire or Earth; if it needs Wood, Metal or Water, your name is missing it.
Find out which elements your chart needs →About Roy in Chinese
What does the name Roy mean?
Roy comes from the Gaelic ruadh, “red”. It was later linked with the French roi, “king”.
How do you say Roy in Chinese?
Roy is written 罗伊 and pronounced Luó yī. This is the standard spelling Chinese speakers use for the name. The version used for Roy in Chinese books, films and news.
What does 睿逸 mean?
睿逸 (Ruì yì) is a Chinese-style name for Roy: a Chinese-style name meaning wise and carefree. 睿 means “wise, far-sighted”, 逸 means “carefree, at ease”.
Which version of Roy is best for a tattoo?
罗伊 is how Chinese speakers will read your name. 睿逸 is shorter and every character carries a meaning, which many people prefer for body art. Write it in a readable style such as Kaishu, and show it to a fluent reader before your appointment.