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Troy vs Apollo

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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Apollo

Boy #415 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"strength, manly beauty"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American Greek Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#415
Total SSA Count
776
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Apollo Rank #415

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Apollo more popular?

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Apollo mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Troy and Apollo boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.

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