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Troy vs Danny

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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Danny

Boy #642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my judge"

Origin: Hebrew (Daniyel)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#642
Total SSA Count
435
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Danny Rank #642

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #642 for Danny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Danny more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Danny at #642 in the United States.

What do Troy and Danny mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin).

Are Troy and Danny boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Danny is primarily a boy name.

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