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Clyde vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Troy

Boy #531 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the city of Troy"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#531
Total SSA Count
560
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clyde Rank #728
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #728 for Clyde.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clyde or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Clyde at #728 in the United States.

What do Clyde and Troy mean?

Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Clyde and Troy boy or girl names?

Clyde is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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