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Floyd vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Floyd

Boy #2,176 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anglicization of Welsh Llwyd"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,176
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
1
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

Floyd Rank #2,176
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #2176 for Floyd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Floyd or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Floyd at #2176 in the United States.

What do Floyd and Troy mean?

Floyd means "anglicization of Welsh Llwyd" (Welsh origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Floyd and Troy boy or girl names?

Floyd is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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