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Corey vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Corey

Boy #679 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hollow, ravine"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#679
Total SSA Count
402
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Corey Rank #679
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Corey and Troy mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Corey and Troy boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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