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Dorian 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

Dorian Rank #539
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #539 for Dorian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dorian or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Dorian at #539 in the United States.

What do Dorian and Troy mean?

Dorian means "descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek" (Greek origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Dorian and Troy boy or girl names?

Dorian is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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