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Troy vs Dorian

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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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Dorian Rank #539

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #539 for Dorian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Dorian more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Dorian at #539 in the United States.

What do Troy and Dorian mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Dorian means "descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek" (Greek origin).

Are Troy and Dorian boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Dorian is primarily a boy name.

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