Back to Baby Names

Troy vs Grey

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

Similar Names

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#878
Total SSA Count
274
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Grey Rank #878

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #878 for Grey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Grey more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Troy and Grey mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin).

Are Troy and Grey boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Grey is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons