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Samson 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

Samson Rank #523
Troy Rank #531

Samson is more popular, ranked #523 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samson or Troy more popular?

Samson is more popular, ranked #523 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Samson and Troy mean?

Samson means "sun, like the sun" (Hebrew origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Samson and Troy boy or girl names?

Samson is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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