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Troy vs Garrett

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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Garrett

Boy #563 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"spear strength, brave with the spear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#563
Total SSA Count
527
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Garrett Rank #563

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #563 for Garrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Garrett more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Garrett at #563 in the United States.

What do Troy and Garrett mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Troy and Garrett boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Garrett is primarily a boy name.

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