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Grey vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#878
Total SSA Count
274
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

Grey Rank #878
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #878 for Grey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grey or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Grey and Troy mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Grey and Troy boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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