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Jayson vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Jayson Rank #623
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #623 for Jayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayson or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Jayson at #623 in the United States.

What do Jayson and Troy mean?

Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Jayson and Troy boy or girl names?

Jayson is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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