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Peyton 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

Peyton Rank #659
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #659 for Peyton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peyton or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Peyton at #659 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Troy mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Peyton and Troy boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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