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Troy vs Collin

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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Collin

Boy #490 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young creature, cub"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#490
Total SSA Count
627
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Collin Rank #490

Collin is more popular, ranked #490 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Collin more popular?

Collin is more popular, ranked #490 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Collin mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Collin means "young creature, cub" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Troy and Collin boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Collin is primarily a boy name.

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