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Troy vs Amos

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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Amos

Boy #699 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"carried by God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#699
Total SSA Count
386
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Amos Rank #699

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #699 for Amos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Amos more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Troy and Amos mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Troy and Amos boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Amos is primarily a boy name.

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