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Edgar vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edgar

Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#460
Total SSA Count
679
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edgar Rank #460
Troy Rank #531

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Troy more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Troy mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Edgar and Troy boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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