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Colson 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

Colson Rank #355
Troy Rank #531

Colson is more popular, ranked #355 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colson or Troy more popular?

Colson is more popular, ranked #355 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Colson and Troy mean?

Colson means "son of Cole" (Old English patronymic origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Colson and Troy boy or girl names?

Colson is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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