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Lydia vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lydia

Girl #97 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beautiful one, noble"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#97
Total SSA Count
2,663
Syllables
3
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

Lydia Rank #97
Troy Rank #531

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lydia or Troy more popular?

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Lydia and Troy mean?

Lydia means "beautiful one, noble" (Greek origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Lydia and Troy boy or girl names?

Lydia is primarily a girl name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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