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Royce vs Troy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#463
Total SSA Count
669
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

Royce Rank #463
Troy Rank #531

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Royce or Troy more popular?

Royce is more popular, ranked #463 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Royce and Troy mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Royce and Troy boy or girl names?

Royce is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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