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Troy vs Edwin

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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Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Edwin Rank #383

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Edwin more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Edwin mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Troy and Edwin boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.

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