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Kane vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kane

Boy #432 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"battle, warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh Hawaiian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#432
Total SSA Count
731
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

Kane Rank #432
Troy Rank #531

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kane or Troy more popular?

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Kane and Troy mean?

Kane means "battle, warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Kane and Troy boy or girl names?

Kane is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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