Troy vs Kian

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

Kian

Boy #417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Persian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#417
Total SSA Count
765
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Kian Rank #417

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Kian more popular?

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Kian mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Troy and Kian boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Kian is primarily a boy name.

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