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Troy vs Albert

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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Albert

Boy #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble bright (adal + beraht)"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#607
Total SSA Count
467
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Albert Rank #607

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #607 for Albert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Albert more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Albert at #607 in the United States.

What do Troy and Albert mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Albert means "noble bright (adal + beraht)" (Old High German origin).

Are Troy and Albert boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Albert is primarily a boy name.

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