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Troy vs Lydia

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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Lydia

Girl #97 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beautiful one, noble"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#97
Total SSA Count
2,663
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Troy Rank #531
Lydia Rank #97

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 vs #531 for Troy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Troy or Lydia more popular?

Lydia is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Troy at #531 in the United States.

What do Troy and Lydia mean?

Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin). Lydia means "beautiful one, noble" (Greek origin).

Are Troy and Lydia boy or girl names?

Troy is primarily a boy name. Lydia is primarily a girl name.

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