Troy

At a Glance

Meaning

Foot soldier

Origin

Irish (also English/Norman surname from Troyes, France)

Gender

Boy

Pronunciation

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Troy is a boy's name, pronounced TROY (/ˈtrɔɪ/), with a timeless, classic style. Many people connect it to the ancient city of Troy from Greek mythology, but that's mostly a coincidence of spelling — the name actually comes from an Irish surname, Troightheach, meaning 'foot soldier,' or from an English/Norman surname referring to Troyes, France.

Meaning & Origin of Troy

Meaning: Foot soldier.

Origin: Irish (also English/Norman surname from Troyes, France).

A common claim: Troy is often connected to the ancient city of Troy from Greek mythology (the Trojan War). Actually: Mostly a coincidence of spelling — the given name isn't derived from the Greek city; it comes from an Irish surname (Troightheach, 'foot soldier') or an English/Norman surname from Troyes, France.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Troy

Popularity of Troy

Troy peaked at #40 in 1967, when 7,933 boys were given the name, and has since fallen to #531 in 2024 with 560 boys given the name, based on Social Security data spanning 1880 to 2024.

Names Like Troy

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• Aiden
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FAQ

What does the name Troy mean?

Foot soldier. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Troy?

Troy is pronounced TROY (IPA: /ˈtrɔɪ/).

Is Troy a popular name right now?

Troy peaked at #40 in 1967 and is ranked #531 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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