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Reece vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reece

Boy #455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"enthusiasm, ardent"

Origin: Old Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#455
Total SSA Count
686
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

Reece Rank #455
Troy Rank #531

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reece or Troy more popular?

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Reece and Troy mean?

Reece means "enthusiasm, ardent" (Old Welsh origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Reece and Troy boy or girl names?

Reece is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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