Roland vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roland

Boy #664 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous land, renowned territory"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French German Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#664
Total SSA Count
413
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Roland Rank #664
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #664 for Roland.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roland or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Roland at #664 in the United States.

What do Roland and Troy mean?

Roland means "famous land, renowned territory" (Old High German origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Roland and Troy boy or girl names?

Roland is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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