Troy vs Damon

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

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#456
Total SSA Count
686
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Damon Rank #456

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Damon more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Damon mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Troy and Damon boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.

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