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Troy vs Floyd

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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Floyd

Boy #2,176 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anglicization of Welsh Llwyd"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,176
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Floyd Rank #2,176

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #2176 for Floyd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Floyd more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Floyd at #2176 in the United States.

What do Troy and Floyd mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Floyd means "anglicization of Welsh Llwyd" (Welsh origin).

Are Troy and Floyd boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Floyd is primarily a boy name.

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