Troy vs Duke

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

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Duke Rank #710

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Duke more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Troy and Duke mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Troy and Duke boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.

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