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Drew vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drew

Boy #543 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"manly, strong, courageous"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#543
Total SSA Count
550
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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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

Drew Rank #543
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #543 for Drew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drew or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Drew at #543 in the United States.

What do Drew and Troy mean?

Drew means "manly, strong, courageous" (Greek origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Drew and Troy boy or girl names?

Drew is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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