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Conor vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Conor

Boy #709 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lover of hounds, hound-desiring"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#709
Total SSA Count
376
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Conor Rank #709
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #709 for Conor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conor or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Conor at #709 in the United States.

What do Conor and Troy mean?

Conor means "lover of hounds, hound-desiring" (Old Irish origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Conor and Troy boy or girl names?

Conor is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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