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Gregory vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gregory

Boy #538 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"watchful, vigilant, alert"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Roman Catholic Eastern Orthodox

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#538
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

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

Gregory Rank #538
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #538 for Gregory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gregory or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Gregory at #538 in the United States.

What do Gregory and Troy mean?

Gregory means "watchful, vigilant, alert" (Greek origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Gregory and Troy boy or girl names?

Gregory is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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