Bruce vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

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Boy #531 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the city of Troy"

Origin: Greek

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Bruce Rank #540

Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #540 for Bruce.

Is Bruce or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Troy mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Bruce and Troy boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.